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Black Widow Tetra, Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus Ternetzi
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| Length: |
2.0" |
| Sex: |
The male has a more pointed and narrow dorsal fin than the female. The male also has a broader anal fin. |
| Feeding: |
They will eat all types of foods. |
| Social Behaviour: |
A peaceful shoaling fish. Does best when kept in large groups. Best kept in groups of 6 or more. |
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| Up Keep: |
Very hardy and easy to keep. They prefer some tall plants and an open swimming space. |
| Breeding: |
Very easy to breed and will spawn among the tall plants. Parents will eat the eggs if they are not removed. |
| Comments: |
Very hardy, peaceful and popular fish. Good choice for the
first time aquarist. They make an excellent addition to any
community aquarium. There is also a "white" variety. Frequently died as "blueberry," "strawberry," and "rainbow" tetra. |
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