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Bloodfin Tetra

Bloodfin Tetra

Aphyocharax anisitsi

Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater

About

Extremely hardy tetra with red-tinted fins. Tolerates a wide temperature range and is very long-lived.

Water Parameters

Temperature

64 - 82 °F

Ideal: 70 - 78 °F

pH

6 - 8

GH (Hardness)

3 - 25 dGH

Quick Facts

Max Size

2"

Min Tank Size

15 gallons

Diet

omnivore

Swimming Zone

top

School Size

6+ recommended

Bioload

low

Category

tetra