About the Rathbun Bloodfin Tetra
Name: Glass Bloodfin Tetra
Max Size: Glass Bloodfin Tetras reach a maximum size of about 2 inches (5 cm), making them a small and peaceful addition to community aquariums.
Recommend pH: Glass Bloodfin Tetras prefer slightly acidic to neutral water conditions. It is recommended to maintain a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5 for their optimal health and well-being.
Recommended Temperature (Β°F): Glass Bloodfin Tetras thrive in tropical temperatures ranging from 72 to 78Β°F (22 to 26Β°C). Providing a stable and well-regulated temperature is crucial for their overall well-being.
Diet: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are omnivorous and accept a wide range of foods. They enjoy a varied diet that includes high-quality flakes, pellets, small live or frozen foods like brine shrimp or daphnia, and occasional vegetable matter such as blanched spinach or cucumber slices.
Temperament: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are peaceful and social fish, known for their calm and non-aggressive nature. They are compatible with a wide range of peaceful community fish and make excellent tank mates for other small, non-aggressive species.
Schooling or Non-Schooling Fish: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are schooling fish and thrive when kept in groups of at least six individuals. They feel more secure and exhibit their natural behaviors when swimming together in a shoal. Keeping them in larger groups is even better for their overall well-being.
Possible types of tank mates: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are compatible with other peaceful community fish that share similar water parameter requirements. Good tank mates may include other small tetras, rasboras, guppies, dwarf gouramis, and peaceful bottom-dwelling species like Corydoras catfish.
Behavior: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are active and agile swimmers. They display a distinct shimmering silver body coloration with a subtle red stripe along the base of their tail, giving them a unique and attractive appearance. They are generally peaceful and tend to explore all areas of the aquarium, but prefer swimming in the middle and upper levels.
Fun Fact: Glass Bloodfin Tetras are named for their transparent or glass-like fins, which contrast beautifully with their silver body. When kept in a well-maintained aquarium with proper lighting, their fins can shimmer and create a stunning visual effect. Their peaceful nature and attractive appearance make them popular choices among aquarists who want to add a touch of elegance to their community tanks.