About the Black Skirt Tetra
Name: Black Skirt Tetra
Max Size: Up to 2.5 inches
Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-78Β°F, hardness 5-15 dGH
Diet: Omnivorous - enjoys a varied diet including high-quality flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects.
Temperament: Peaceful and shoaling, best kept in groups of at least 6 individuals. They are compatible with a wide range of community tank mates.
Tank Setup: Provide a well-planted tank with plenty of open swimming space. A dark substrate can enhance their colors. Ensure good water quality through filtration and regular water changes.
Compatibility: Black Skirt Tetras are peaceful and can be kept with other peaceful fish of similar size. However, avoid housing with long-finned species that may be fin-nipped.
Behavior: Active and social, Black Skirt Tetras are known for their graceful swimming and striking appearance. They often form tight-knit shoals, especially when exploring their environment or searching for food.
Fun Fact: Black Skirt Tetras are named for their distinctive black markings on their lower body, resembling a skirt. They are popular among aquarists for their hardiness, peaceful nature, and ease of care.