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PisciDex Species Profile
Buenos Aires Tetra
Lively larger tetra that is hardy and active, but likely to graze soft aquarium plants.
Hyphessobrycon anisitsi
Characidae | South America | Paraná, Paraguay, and Uruguay basins
Core Requirements
Tank Size
30 gallons minimum
Adult Size
2.8 inches
Group Size
Group 6+
Bioload
2/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
64-82 F
pH
6-8
Plant Safe
No
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
Unknown
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Semi-Aggressive
Aggression
3/10
Diet
Omnivore
Difficulty
Easy
Lifespan
5 years
Breeding
Easy
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
CommunitySemi AggressiveSchoolingMid WaterBeginner Friendly
Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.