Schmarda's Tetra
Hemigrammus schmardae
Familie : Characidae
Schmarda's Tetra is a small silvery fish with a dark stripe and a black caudal spot. It lives in schools in Amazonian blackwaters.
Beschreibung
This tetra reaches about 4 cm. Its body is silvery with a dark lateral stripe and a well-marked black spot on the caudal peduncle. The fins are hyaline. It is very similar to Hemigrammus marginatus but the caudal spot is more pronounced. It is an active and gregarious swimmer. It occupies the mid-water and is peaceful. It is appreciated for its hardiness.
Lebensraum
Region :
Blackwater rivers and streams, leaf litter zones
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Keep in groups of at least 6 in a 60-liter tank. Water should be soft and acidic (pH 5.5-7.0, GH 1-10). Temperature 23-28°C. Gentle filtration and subdued lighting are recommended. Omnivorous, accepts fine foods. Provide a setup with plants, roots, and dead leaves to mimic the natural habitat. Compatible with other small peaceful fish. Avoid aggressive species. Breeding is possible in very soft water.