African Long Finned Tetra Care Guide
Brycinus longipinnis
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Bioload Score
3600
PeacefulModerate
- Max Size
- 12 cm / 4.7"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivorous fish that eats small insects, crustaceans, worms, algae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include Congo Tetras, other peaceful African tetras, similarly sized barbs, peaceful rainbowfish and non-aggressive bottom-dwelling catfish.
Good to Know
The African Long Finned Tetra was formerly classified in the genus Alestes, which is why it may still appear in older references as Alestes longipinnis.
Gender Differences
Males are generally slimmer and more vividly marked, while females are fuller-bodied, especially when carrying eggs.
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