Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the Slender Tetra, Iguanodectes Spilurus

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Iguanodectes Spilurus

This photo was originally taken by brian.gratwicke and the original photo can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/briangratwicke/2339194756/

Family:	Characidae
Species:	Iguanodectes Spilurus
Common Name:	Slender Tetra
Size:	Up to 2" (5cm)
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: Amazon, Essequibo, Orinoco, and Tocantins River basins.
Min Tank Size:	24” long.
Diet:	Omnivore, not picky- flakes, pellet, freeze dried or frozen.
Behavior:	Peaceful, schooling, active swimmers.
Water:	Temperature of 73°F to 81°F (23°-27°C), pH range: 5.0 – 7.5; dH range: 18
Care:	Easy, Need plenty of swimming room towards the top of the tank, keep in a school of at least 6 conspecifics.
Communities:	Good with other peaceful fish.
Suitability:	Hard to find but easy to take care of.