Black Widow Tetra

 

Family Name: Characidae

Scientific Name: Gymnocorymbus Ternetzi

Origin: South America

Maximum Adult Size: Around 3 Inches

Temperament: Peaceful. May Develop Nipping Tendencies If Kept In Small Numbers.

Time Active: Diurnal

Ideal P.H: 6 - 8

Ideal Temp: 23°c - 27°c

Ideal Salinity: Freshwater

Diet: Carnivore. Flake, Livefoods, Frozen.

Tank Region: Middle Dweller

Gender Differences: Females Have A More Narrow Anal Fin.

Breeding: Easy/Medium

Lifespan: Around 6 years

Ideal Tankmates: Peaceful Species

Notes: Black Widow Tetras should be kept in schools and are an excellent community fish. Breeding can be accomplished by keeping the PH around 6, conditioning with live foods and daily partial water changes.