Buenos Aires Tetra (caudovittatus) (Hemigrammus caudovittatus)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHemigrammus caudovittatus

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asAphyocharax caudovittatus

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

Dietomnivore

Adult size2.75 in

Minimum tank size30 gallons

Water parametersTemp 64-79°F, pH 6.0-8.0, GH 5-20 dGH

Appearance

Silvery body with red fins and a dark diamond/rhomboid spot at the tail base; older synonym sometimes applied to the Buenos Aires tetra.

Difficulty and care for the Buenos Aires Tetra (caudovittatus)

Easy

Origin and habitat

South America (Río de la Plata basin)

Keeper notes

Robust, nippy, and plant-eating; keep with sturdy fast tankmates in groups of 6+.

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