Black Line Tetra (Hyphessobrycon scholzei)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon scholzei

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asScholze's Tetra, Blackline Tetra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-82°F, pH 6.0-7.8, GH 3-20 dGH

Appearance

Silvery body with a clean black horizontal line running to a black wedge at the tail base.

Difficulty and care for the Black Line Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

Brazil (lower Amazon, Para)

Keeper notes

Active and may nip fins when underschooled; keep 6+ and avoid slow long-finned tankmates.

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