Buenos Aires Tetra     Hyphessobrycon anisitsi

Grows to: 3"

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 will eat most plants, so plastic plants may be required to maintain the coverage they like.  They look good with a dark substrate.  They swim in all areas of the tank.  They enjoy a moderate water current.  Minimum tank size is about 20 gallons. (Temperature- 72-82),  (pH 5.5-7.5)

Tank mates:  They are active fish that should be kept with other active fish of similar size. Fin nipping behavior can be deterred by having a school of at least six fish.

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:  Argentina, Brazil, & Paraguay.   Fish sold at Elmer's are domestically raised.

Males and Females:  Males have brighter red fins and females may appear more full bodied when plump with eggs.

See also:  Tetras