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| Family: |
CHARACIDAE |
| Species: |
Hyphessobrycon anisitsi |
| Common Name: |
Buenos Aires Tetra |
| Size: |
2 and 3/4 inches (7-8 cm) |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: Paraná and Uruguay River basins. |
| Min Tank Size: |
25 Long minimum. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous: Wide range of foods accepted, preferably
live. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful shoalers, when large can get aggressive.
Appetite for plants. |
| Water: |
Water Chemistry not critical, 62 -82°F (17 – 28°C)
pH 5.5-7.0 dH range: 5 - 20 |
| Care: |
Oxygenation level must be high, with large, rugged
plants. |
| Communities: |
OK, must be kept in schools, if alone can be rather
aggressive. |
| Suitability: |
Intermediate |
| Buy: |
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