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Black Skirt Tetra

class: Actinopterygiigenus: Gymnocorymbusorder: Characiformesfamily: Characidaephylum: Chordata

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Store Availability

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Not currently in stock in nearby partner stores.

Care Requirements

Diet

Omnivorous

Temp. Range

21°C - 26°C

Lifespan

3 - 5 years

Habitat

Freshwater Amazonian Biotope / Planted Community Aquarium

Space Needed

60 litres minimum

ph

6.0 - 7.5

water hardness

5 - 19 dGH

A hardy, active schooling fish recognizable by its distinct black translucent rear body layout. They can display minor fin-nipping behavior, which is significantly mitigated by keeping them in groups of 6 or more individuals.

Health & Vaccinations
Common Health Risks
IchthyophthiriasisFin RotVelvet DiseaseNeon Tetra Disease
Toxic To
High copper concentrations

Interactive Connections

Compatible Tankmates
Serpae TetraNeon TetraSerpae TetraZebra DanioCorydoras CatfishKuhli Loach
Incompatible (Do Not Mix)
Freshwater AngelfishGuppySiamese Fighting FishCongo TetraOscar FishGreen Terror Cichlid
Diet & Preferred Feed
Flake FoodMicro PelletsFreeze Dried BloodwormsBrine shrimp
Required Habitat Setup
Hang-On-Back FilterCanister FilterAquarium HeaterAir PumpAquarium SubstrateAquarium DriftwoodIndian Almond Leaves
Compatible Plants & Flora
Java MossAmazon SwordJava FernWater Wisteria
Recommended Medicines & Treatments
PraziquantelMetronidazoleMelafix
Prone to Diseases & Infections
Ich
Fin Rot
Velvet