![]() ![]() They are shoaling fish that is well-suited for a community aquarium. If you are looking for a captivating fish that is easy to care for, Silvertip Tetra might be just what you are searching for. This is significantly longer compared to other fish species that are the same size meaning your Silvertip Tetra will be a friendly companion for quite a long time. They have an average lifespan of 5 to 8 years if they are cared for properly. Wild populations of Silvertip Tetras are found in the Sao Francisco basin in Brazil, South America. Unlike other tetra species, such as the Neon Tetra, Silvertip Tetras do not have an adipose fin. They originate from the ray-finned class and Characidae family. The Silvertip Tetra has an average body size of 1.2 inches (3cm) but can grow to a maximum length of 2 inches (5cm). They also have a fuller body compared to the males. In contrast, female Silvertip Tetra have a more subtle coloration with yellow and silver shades. Male Silvertip Tetra have an intense golden copper colour. Through their yellow bodies, a black stripe extends from their belly to the end of the anal fins. ![]() They are also known as the Copper Tetras in the aquarium hobby. They are named after their unique fins that have silver coloration at the tip. The Silvertip Tetra ( Hasemania Nana) is a small fish that originates from South America. ![]()
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