(C) Bloodfin Tetra (Aphyocharax anisitsi) [29rs]

Description

Bloodfin Tetra (Aphyocharax anisitsi)

📌 Basic Info

Scientific Name: Aphyocharax anisitsi

Common Name: Bloodfin Tetra

Size: ~2 inches (5 cm)

Lifespan: 5 – 8 years

Tank Zone: Middle to top swimmers

🌊 Water Parameters

TDS (Total Dissolved Solids): 100 – 250 ppm

pH: 6.0 – 7.5

Temperature: 22°C – 28°C (72°F – 82°F)

Water Type: Soft to moderately hard

🐟 Characteristics

Silver body with bright red fins (blood-like color)

Very active schooling fish

Hardy and adaptable, can live in slightly cooler water than most tetras

Great for beginner and community setups

🍽️ Food

Type: Omnivorous

Diet: Flakes, granules, live/frozen foods (brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, daphnia)

Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily

🛠️ Maintenance

Weekly 20–30% water changes

Provide open swimming space and plants around the sides

Very hardy → tolerates a range of conditions

Moderate flow filtration works well

👥 Social Behavior

Minimum Group Size: 6 (better in 10+)

Tank Mates: Guppies, mollies, rasboras, danios, corydoras

Avoid: Very large/aggressive fish or delicate long-finned fish

✅ Do’s

Keep them in groups for active and natural behavior

Great for mixed community tanks with other lively fish

Provide a secure lid → they can jump

❌ Don’ts

Don’t keep them singly or in very small numbers → stress

Don’t add with aggressive fish (cichlids, barbs)

Don’t skip water changes, even though they are hardy

⭐ Quick Tips
A hardy, active tetra with striking red fins. Ideal for beginners, peaceful communities, and even cooler water aquariums.