When held in captivity, the silvertip tetra needs a tank size with a minimum of around 50 litres (10 gallons). Silvertip tetra ( Hasemania nana) is a species of characid freshwater fish native to streams and creeks in the So Francisco basin in Brazil, but frequently kept in aquariums. These fish like to be kept in schools of 5 or more fish. The silvertip tetra lives in slightly acidic waters that range from a pH of 6.0 - 8.0. These tropical, freshwater fish thrive in temperatures that range from 71☏ - 82☏ (22☌ - 28☌). The male Silvertip Tetras are a deep copper color, and females are much paler. But that’s not what makes the fish special. The scales have an iridescent sheen, producing tones of purple and turquoise, too. Silvertip Tetras are named because of the silvery-white tips on their fins. The aptly named Bloodfin Tetra is an interesting species with a lot to offer in the looks department. Best kept in shoals where they won’t feel threatened. Buenos Aires Tetra (Hyphessobrycon anisitsi) Customers Also Viewed. Other than coloration, sexual dimorphism is slight, the female having a very slightly larger belly. Silvertip Tetra 9.00 6.99 The Silvertip Tetra is a peaceful, colorful and lively species. Related Products Customers Also Viewed Related Products. During the night, the copper and black become silver as the fish rests - the color is reactivated once the fish becomes active in the morning.
The fish are transparent except for the fact that their bodies have an overall copper sheen. Looks like the Neon Tetra, but with longer blue and red stripes. Silvertip tetras have a black area at the base of their caudal fin. Neon Tetras are a schooling species and love to hang out together, so make sure you keep at least 8 of them in the same tank. They differ from most other tetras by lacking a small second dorsal ( adipose) fin. Both have white tips on the fins, hence the name.
The males have a copper color, the females are more pale and silvery. This small fish reaches up to 5 cm (2.0 in) in standard length. Silvertip tetras are slightly more aggressive than other comparable smaller tetras, observed occasionally to nip other similarly sized tetras. They need a school of at least six other fish, but more is even better. Im keeping a close eye on them and, if need be, will. They do not appear to shoal in the same way as other tetras and they can be aggressive/nippy towards other fish. I saw them at my favourite LFS and instantly fell in love, I had to have some. Silvertip tetra ( Hasemania nana) is a species of characid freshwater fish native to streams and creeks in the São Francisco basin in Brazil, but frequently kept in aquariums. Silvertip tetras are shoaling fish that like to be with a school of their own kind. Great tip Ian I added some silver tip (sometimes called white tip) tetras to my tank last week.
0 kommentar(er)
