Orangefin Tetra (Bryconops affinis)
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Orangefin Tetra
Orangefin Tetra
Bryconops affinis
95 Litres (25 US G.)
10-12 cm (3.9-4.7")
Freshwater
5.5 - 7.5
22 -28 °C (71.6-82.4°F)
10-20 °d
1:2 M:F
3-5 years
Family
Iguanodectidae
Contents
Additional names
- Orangefin Tetra
Additional scientific names
- Tetragonopterus affinis
Origin
- South America: coastal streams of the Guiana Shield.
Sexing
- Females may appear plumper than males.
Tank compatibility
- An active fish that should be kept in shoals of 6 or more. Is fast swimming and can be nippy, so should only be kept with robust similar sized fish.
Diet
- Will accept most foods including pellet and flake as well as live/frozen food such as brine shrimp and bloodworm.
Feeding regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
Environment Specifics
- Requires a spacious tank with plenty of open swimming space as well as some hiding places. Prefers a medium to strong current and can be sensitive to water quality issues. They do require a laterally spacious tank due to their high activity levels.
Behaviour
- A very active shoaling fish.
Identification
- An elongate fish with large eyes in comparison to the head. The body is iridescent silver while the fins have hints of orange with black. The caudal fin is forked.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors:
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