Black Tetra

Temp. Range:    72 - 82°F. pH:    6 - 7.5 dH:    4.0 - 8.0 Adult Size:    2.5"

Gymnocorymbus ternetzi

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Origin:    South America: Paraguay and Guaporé River basins (southern Brazil, Argentina and Bolivia).
Temperament:    Peaceful. Excellent for community tanks.
Feeding:    Flake foods, adult brine shrimp, bloodworms & other live foods
Sexing:    Female is a little wider and anal fin is narrower and runs parallel with its second vertical line.
Comments:  Several varieties, most common the long fin.

The Black Skirt Tetra is a very peaceful, schooling fish that comes from the regions of South America. Receiving its name from its black translucent coloring, the hardy Black Skirt Tetra is great for any community aquarium. These Tetras are silver in color with black stripes and long flowing black fins.

Hiding spaces such as rocks, plants, and driftwood are recommended to give this fish a sense of security. Taller plants should be used to coincide with its mid-level swimming habits along with plenty of rock formed cave structures.

Black Skirt Tetras will breed occasionally in an aquarium setting and a hospital or "breeding tank" will be necessary. Slightly acidic water is best for optimal breeding habits. After the eggs have been fertilized, removing the parents will be necessary to reduce the number of lost fry. Feed the fry baby brine shrimp or crushed flake food.

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