Description
Bloodfin Tetra Aphyocharax Anisitsi 2CM
The Bloodfin Tetra is perhaps one of the most underrated fish in its species due to the abundance of other popular Tetras. These freshwater nano fish have a distinct silvery-blue body and a striking orange-reddish tail that is bound to catch your attention as you skim through the pet store!
They’re considered great schooling fish and are relatively active, making them a super addition to a tank because of their peaceful disposition and ability to get on well with their species and other similar, small-school fish.
This care guide will give you the essential information you need to know how to care for Bloodfin Tetras.
Overview & Appearance: Bloodfin Tetra
Bloodfin Tetras (Aphyocharax anisitsi) originate in South America, specifically Argentina and Rio Parana. Their natural habitat is commonly shaded rivers and streams, with hanging vegetation and floaty greens
Being schooling fish, they’re often found in groups and prefer the upper to mid-layers of water. They are only 2 ¼ inches, slim-bodied, and have beautiful colours, ranging from a subtly toned beige-orange to a more striking translucent silver, with shocking neon hues.
Their most unique characteristic is the stunning red tone on their anal and tail fin, which is how they got their Bloodfin name.
Care Stats Overview
These statistics will give you an outline of the primary information you need to keep your Bloodfin Tetra thriving and happy.
- Tank Size: 20-30 gallon tank
- Temperature: 64°F – 82°F
- pH: 6.0-8.0
- kH: 2-30 DgH
- Living Zone: Upper-mid dwellers
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Diet: Bloodfin Tetras are omnivores, so a diet consisting of high-quality flake food, brine shrimp, and bloodworms is preferred.
Scientific Classification
These South American fish have some interesting scientific facts that make them unique. Read on to find out about their scientific origins.
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Actinopterygii
- Order: Characiformes
- Family: Characidae
- Genus: Aphyocharax
- Species: Anisitsi
Life Span
Bloodfin Tetras are pretty long-lived fish if given good nutrition, cared for, and provided a good environment. On average, their life will span between 5-8 years, but at their best, they can live over 10 years.
Sexual Dimorphism: Size & Coloration
There aren’t many distinguishing features between Bloodfin Tetra males and females. Older males will show gill glands and hooks on their anal fins, but this isn’t found all the time.
Males will tend to sport a more vibrant red in their anal and tail fin, while females will have a more subtle red and a plumper body size, especially during breeding times.
