Bloodfin Tetra

The Bloodfin Tetra is a type of tropical fish. Bloodfins are comparatively large tetras, growing to 5.5 cm. Its notable feature (as the name suggest) is the blood red colouration at the tail, dorsal, anal and adipose fin.Bloodfin Tetras are extremely hardy and beautiful fish which have become an aquarium favourite.
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Common Name
Other Common Names
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Scientific Name
Aphyocharax anisitsi
Family
Characidae
Community
Docile
Class
Tetra
Temperature
78 ºF
Swimming Range
Middle
Adult Length
1 3/4-2 inches
Feeding Habits
Live blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp and tubifex worms. Frozen vegetable diet, daphnia, plankton, beef heart, brine shrimp, glass worms and blood worms. Flake and freeze dried foods also accepted.
Compatibility
Peaceful and schooling with fish of the same size.
Habitat
Argentina: Moderately decorated with rocks, live plants and driftwood.
Breeding
The anal fin of the male has a small hook on the end. During spawning 300-500 eggs are produced.
Additional Comments
The Bloodfin has an average life span of ten years.