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Serpae Tetra
Hyphessobrycon eques
Grows to: 2"
Hobbyist Level: A hardy fish suitable for
beginners.
How Many? They are a schooling
fish that should be be purchased in groups of 4 or more. Six or more
is best.
Housing: Provide plenty of swimming room
as well as some bushy plants for hiding. They look good with a dark
substrate. They swim in the mid to bottom region of the tank.
Because they are found in calm black-water environments, they enjoy a slower water current. Minimum tank size is about 10
gallons. (Temperature- 72-80), (pH 6.0-7.5)
Tank mates: They are
lively and active fish that should be kept with other active fish of similar size.
They may nip fins if kept singly, schools of at least 6 fish will help deter fin
nipping behavior.
Feeding: They will
accept a variety of foods. Feed flakes, along with brine shrimp and frozen
foods. Tetras will show their best color after you have owned it for a few
months and have given them a good diet. They are an omnivore.
Natural Habitat: Paraguay & Brazil. Fish
sold at Elmer's are domestically raised.
Males and Females: Males may appear brighter
in color. Females will appear more round bodied when plump with eggs.
See also: Tetras
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