Peaceful
Easy
Schooling
Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
Minimum Tank
15 Gallons
Adult Size
3 inches
Temperature
70-79°F (21-26°C)
pH Range
6.0-7.5
Lifespan
5 years
School Size
6+ fish
About Black Skirt Tetra
Hardy tetra with distinctive black flowing fins. Can be slightly nippy with slow tankmates.
Care Requirements
Tank Setup
- • Minimum 15-gallon tank required
- • Temperature: 70-79°F (21-26°C)
- • pH: 6.0 - 7.5
- • Category: Tetra
Diet & Feeding
- • Diet type: Omnivore
- • Feed 1-2 times daily
- • Varied diet recommended
Tank Mate Compatibility
Compatible With
🐟
Corydoras
🐟
Larger Tetras
🐟
Barbs
🐟
Gouramis
Avoid Keeping With
⚠️
Long Finned Fish
Not compatible
⚠️
Very Small Fish
Not compatible
Care Tips
Expert Tips
Keep in groups of 6+, may nip fins of slow fish, very hardy.
Quick Facts
57L
Min Tank (15gal)
8cm
Adult Size (3")
5yr
Lifespan
6+
Min School
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