![]() If you notice one of the fish’s movements being slowed or receiving a lot of injuries, it should be quarantined and medicated until it recovers. It’s important to make sure that doesn’t happen. If a fish grows weaker, it will be bullied and potentially killed by its own species. They come from a harsh and competitive environment, needing to be very quick to get food and relatively active to avoid being bullied by their own species. Otherwise, it can become very stressed and very aggressive. It’s important that this species stays comfortable. This fish is exceptionally hardy, if they’re in their right numbers. Regular check ups may be useful so you can make sure your fish isn’t injured. Fasting periodically will do it some good. This species eats a lot so it can be prone to bloat. This fish may nip at algae but won’t get rid of any algae problems a tank may have. Gravel vacs should be conducted monthly at the least and algae scrapes will be required if algae is present. It doesn’t have an exceptionally high bioload but can leave a mess of food behind it. Providing hides and line breaks will be very beneficial to them while they chase each other providing stimulation and security.Īs usual for a fish, this species should have a water change of above 50% on a weekly basis. It’s a very hardy fish so it should do okay in suboptimal conditions for a short amount of time but should be moved into its preferred conditions after a short while. They don’t absolutely need a heater though it is much preferred. The darker substrate will make them feel more comfortable and will bring out their brighter colors. This fish should be set up in a tank with dark substrate and preferably a good bit of plants. ![]() This fish may also be prone to some diseases such as funguses due to the frequent injuries it receives. Make sure this species always has a very bright coloration and stays within its school. This can leave small injuries leading to infections. In smaller numbers they may nip or chase each other. This species is well known for small fights within its groups. It almost looks like a small twitch that the fish makes that can propel it very fast in any direction. These fish generally stay close in their schools and will suddenly make very fast movements. Preferably they would have a group of 10 or more. This fish is a very active schooling fish and prefer groups of 6+. In addition to using these species as food, these conditions can make breeding very easy. This is likely because of the abundance of smaller species that prefer slower waters and cover to hide in that they could eat. They seem to prefer congregating around areas with slower flow and a good bit of vegetation. They prey on smaller species and bully similar sized and smaller fish that they are around. They have been found all throughout the Amazon River Basin and can be collected at almost all parts of it. This species is very prevalent and prolific. This will be discussed in Negative Genetic Modification. Additionally, they can be bred to have very long fins. This body shape can be telling of the fish’s personality. They have a diamond shaped body that is similar with the Skirt or Red Eye Tetras. ![]() If you have them in larger groups, their reds will be deeper. They have bright red eyes and red/black fins. They have a black marking that can take the shape of a square, triangle, circle or pretty much any shape that appears a bit behind their eyes. If they’re stressed or immature, they may come off as more of a pinkish. Serpae Tetras are a red tetra with black, white and yellow/orange markings. If not, they can become a menace to your tanks. If you keep them right, they’re exceptionally and easy fish. They are one of the most aggressive Tetras there are and it’s exceptionally important that they’re kept in the proper environment. They can be a great beginner fish but it’s important that they’re put in the right situation. The Serpae Tetra is one of the most common Tetras in the hobby. ![]()
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