Blood Fin Tetra - 3cm

Species Profile

• Scientific Name: Prionobrama filigera
• Common Name: Bloodfin Tetra
• Adult Size: Up to 2.5 inches (6.5 cm)
• Life Expectancy: 5 to 8 years
• Habitat: Native to South America, primarily in the Paraná and Paraguay River basins; found in clear to murky, slow-moving streams and rivers

Tank Requirements

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons (75 liters)
• Ideal Temperature: 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C)
• pH Range: 6.0 to 8.0
• Water Hardness: 3 to 15 dGH
• Temperament: Peaceful, active schooling fish; best kept in groups of 6 or more to prevent nipping and stress

Diet & Nutrition

• Omnivorous: Yes
  Will accept a wide variety of foods, including:

  • High-quality flakes or micro pellets
  • Frozen/live foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia
  • Some vegetable matter or spirulina-based foods

Appearance

• Body Color: Silvery, almost translucent body with a slight iridescent sheen
• Fins: Distinctive bright red (blood-red) coloration on the tail, dorsal, and anal fins
• Size/Form: Slender, streamlined body built for speed and agility

Distinctive Features

• Red-tipped fins contrast beautifully with the sleek silver body
• Excellent schooling behavior; they move in unison when comfortable
• Hardy, beginner-friendly species adaptable to a variety of water conditions
• Often used to add color and movement to community aquariums