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Serpae Tetra

Family:	CHARACIDAE
Species:	Hyphessobrycon eques
Common Name:	Serpae Tetra
Size:	2 in (5 cm)
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: Amazon, Guaporé and Paraguay River basins.
Min Tank Size:	15 gallons or larger for schools.
Diet:	Omnivorous, will accept most flake foods, frozen, live and freeze-dried.
Behavior:	Peaceful and active schooling fish, should be kept in groups of 6 or more. Has been reported to be a fin nipper.
Water:	Water Chemistry not critical, temperature 75 - 82°F (24 – 28°C) pH 5.5-7.5 dH range: 3 - 12
Care:	Easy, keep in schools.
Communities:	Excellent, keep in schools with other small fish.
Suitability:	Good
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