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This weeks winner is...
The bloodfin tetra
The bloodfin tetra is a great begginers fish, and does well in a community aquarium. They are best kept in groups of 4 or more. Having them in a shoal will make them more active and colorfull. Here is a chart showing what you will need to know to have this fish.
Scientific name: Aphyocharax anisitsi
Common name: Bloodfin tetra
Max. size: 5.5 cm / 2.2 inches
pH range: 6 – 8
dH range: 30
Temperature range: 18 – 28°C / 64.5 – 82.5°F
Natral home: Río Paraná basin
Behaivor: Peacefull, schooling fish
Diet: Most tropical fish foods
Setup: Likes plants in tank, blue background is a good idea to bring out it's colors.
Thanks to www.aquaticcommunity.com for the info on this chart.
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