Splash Tetra (Copella arnoldi)
Fish in the family Lebiasinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCopella arnoldi
FamilyLebiasinidae
Also known asSplashing Tetra, Jumping Characin
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 2-12 dGH
Appearance
Elongated tan body with red-orange fin markings and a pointed snout; males have larger fins.
Difficulty and care for the Splash Tetra
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (lower Amazon, Guianas)
Keeper notes
Peaceful surface-oriented characin; males display to each other.
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