Silvertip Tetra Care Guide
Hasemania nana
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Bioload Score
800
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.0 cm / 2.4"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, gouramis, and small catfish. Avoid keeping them with fin-nipping or aggressive species. Provide ample hiding spots and open swimming areas.
Good to Know
Silvertip Tetras are generally peaceful but can nip the fins of long-finned or slow-moving fish.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller and more slender, while females are larger and have a rounder abdomen when carrying eggs.
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