Metynnis argenteus - Silver Dollar

The silver dollar fish (Metynnis argenteus) can be found all throughout South America in rivers that contain heavy amounts of long vegetation. Their tall and thin build makes them perfect for navigating this environment and swimming between stems with ease. They eat mostly plants and are known for their ability to devour any plant in their path. In fact, one of their nicknames is the “plant piranha!” This is worth noting because it will impact how you decorate and fill your tank when it comes to plant life.