Species Profile
Silver Tip Tetra
Hasemania nana
Tetrasfin-nipper
Adult size
1.5″
Minimum tank
15 gal
Temperature
72–80°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 8+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, micro pellets, frozen
Notes
Coppery body with crisp white tips on every fin. Can nip long fins in small groups; 8+ minimizes the issue. Males spar harmlessly when displaying. Hardy in community tanks of similar-sized fast swimmers.
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