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Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
The Black Skirt Tetra is a very peaceful, schooling fish that comes from the regions of South America. Receiving its name from its black translucent coloring, the hardy Black Skirt Tetra is great for any community aquarium. These Tetras are silver in color with black stripes and long flowing black fins.
Hiding spaces such as rocks, plants, and driftwood are recommended to give this fish a sense of security. Taller plants should be used to coincide with its mid-level swimming habits along with plenty of rock formed cave structures.
Black Skirt Tetras will breed occasionally in an aquarium setting and a hospital or "breeding tank" will be necessary. Slightly acidic water is best for optimal breeding habits. After the eggs have been fertilized, removing the parents will be necessary to reduce the number of lost fry. Feed the fry baby brine shrimp or crushed flake food.
The Black Skirt Tetra will accept many small foods such as brine shrimp or daphnia, freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex, micro pellet food, and a high quality flake food
Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 1cm - 3cm
Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.
Fish Statistics
Buy Black Skirt Tetra
Medium 1 - 3cm
- 1 to 9 - £1.40
- 10 to 24 - £1.30
- 25 or more items - £1.20
Tank Mates
We recommend pairing your Black Skirt Tetra with these other fish:
