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False Black Tetra
Gymnocorymbus thayeri
38 Litres (10 US G.)
2.5-7.6cm (1-3 ")
Freshwater
15.6-26.7°C (60 -80 °F)
1:1 M:F
1-5 years
Family
Characidae
This animal is available captive bred
Contents
Additional names
- False Black Tetra, Silver Tetra, Black Tetra
Additional scientific names
- Moenkhausia profunda
Origin
- South america
Sexing
- Females will be more plump when sexually mature than males.
Tank compatibility
- Peaceful
Diet
- Carnivore
Feeding regime
- Daily
Environment Specifics
- Planted tank
Behaviour
- Mixes well with modestly-finned tank mates (nips fancy finnage)
Identification
- Sometimes confused with the Black Skirt Tetra.
Pictures
External links
- Fishbase (Mirrors: )