Buenos Aires Tetra

Buenos Aires Tetra

Buenos Aires Tetra are a lively, slightly aggressive fish that live in freshwater aquariums. The fish are very hardy so great for first-time fish keepers. They can be fin-nippers, so a little care must be taken when choosing co-inhabitants.The Buenos Aires tetra will thrive in tanks with plenty of space to swim.

The Buenos Aires tetra originates from its namesake, South America. They are found in South America in the La Plata region of Argentina, Paraguay, and southeastern Brazil where they are commonly found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and streams.

Please be aware that the image is for illustration purposes only. We are unable to guarantee the size, colour, sex or age of the fishes you are purchasing. If you have any questions regarding livestock please contact us. To minimise stress we are unable to hand pick specific fish. Lifespan is an estimate based on optimum conditions.

Features
Approx. size: 1-2cm
Maximum size: 6cm
Origin: South America
Ideal number kept together: 5+

If you need to calculate the maximum stocking capacity of your pond or aquarium click here.

Water conditions
pH: 5.5-8.5
Hardness: 18-357 ppm
Temperature: 16–28 °C


Ease of care
Easy. These warm water fish are great for hobbyist just starting to look after tropical freshwater fishes.

Diet
The main food we recommend would be tropical fish flake. Occasional live or frozen food can be given as a treat.

Compatibility
Community with no long fined fish.

Breeding/ Sex
Moderate. Egg layer. They have special requirements that will need to be researched. Males are more colourful and females are usually slimmer.

Life Span
They can live to anything from 3-5 years in perfect conditions.

Placing your Order

Please check the Availability (above the price) for estimated despatch timescale.

Once your order is placed we will contact you to complete a welfare check and arrange a delivery date.

Delivery will not occur until welfare checks are complete.

Delivery of live fish can only take place on a Wednesday, Thursday or Friday via APC Courier.

Please ensure you supply a valid contact number and email address upon checkout to avoid delay.

Please note we are unable to deliver live fish overseas or to unservicable postcodes that may effect welfare in transit. This includes but not limited to the following areas: Dublin and Eire, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, Scottish Isles and Highlands, certain Scottish Borders areas. Postcodes: AB30-38, BT, DD8+, DG, FK17+, GY, HS, IV, JE, KA27-28, KE, PA20+, PH16, PH30+, PO30, TD, ZE. Please contact us if unsure about delivery. See Shipping Information tab for full terms.