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Bloodfin Tetra

Aphyocharax anisitsi

AnimaliaChordataActinopterygiiCharaciformesCharacidae

📍 Paraná River, Argentina

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Hardy schooling tetra with a silver body and brilliant blood-red fins. One of the most cold-tolerant tetras — thrives down to 18°C. Peaceful and active; a great community fish.

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pH
6.0–8.0
diet
omnivore
maxSize
2 inches
minTankSize
15 gallons
temperature
64–81°F (18–27°C)

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Temperature

64–81°F

18–27°C

Natural Habitat Temperature

77°73°68°JFMAMJJASOND

68°F 77°F seasonal range  · (Jan low, May high)

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