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Family: Characidae

Water:Freshwater

Species: Hemigrammus marginatus Common Name: Silver-Tipped Tetra
 

Natural Source: Brazil

Retail Source: native caught

Tank Habitat: like tall plants

Water Conditions:74-82¼, likes tall plants

see HBH's suggested water treatments: Termin-ITE

Temperment: peaceful, schooling community fish

Full-Grown Length: 2 inches

Swimming Level: mid-water

Skill Level (1-5): easy 2

Diet: flakes, small live food

see HBH suggested foods: Formula 45, Graze Flake, Community Blend,

Caution: select tank mates carefully, can easily be eaten by large tank mates

Special Note: good community fish, works well in small tank


Silver Tipped Tetra

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