Sarpae Tetra

Common name: Serpae Tetra.

Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon Serpae

Max Size: 1.75”

Native: It is a species of tropical freshwater characin fish originating from South America. They are found in nature in the Madeira and Guaporé regions of the Amazon River, and in upper Paraguay

Comments: They are popular aquarium fishes. They have a reputation of being fin-nippers although this is disputed. If any aggression is seen in the fish, it is usually amongst themselves rather than aimed at tankmates outside of their species, especially if they are kept in large groups where they can establish a pecking order.It needs to be in a group of at least six.