Silver Tip Tetra
Scientific Name: Hasemania nana
Common Name: Silver Tip Tetra
Adult Size: 2.2 inches
Life Expectancy: 5 years
Habitat: South America
Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons
Ideal Tank Conditions:
- Temperature Range: 74 – 82° F
- pH Range: 6.0 – 8.0
- Water Hardness: 3 – 30
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet & Nutrition: Omnivore. In the wild, they feed primarily on worms, small crustaceans, and insects. In the aquarium, they will generally eat all kinds of live, fresh, and flake foods. To maintain a good balance, offer a varied diet.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hasemania nana |
| Common Name | Silver Tip Tetra |
| Adult Size | 2.2 inches |
| Life Expectancy | 5 years |
| Habitat | South America |
| Minimum Tank Size | 15 gallons |
| Temperature Range | 74 – 82° F |
| pH Range | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Water Hardness | 3 – 30 |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Diet | Omnivore (worms, crustaceans, insects, flake, live foods) |
FAQ
What is the ideal water temperature for Silver Tip Tetras?
The ideal water temperature range is 74 to 82° F.
Are Silver Tip Tetras suitable for community tanks?
Yes, Silver Tip Tetras are peaceful and make good additions to community tanks with similarly sized, non-aggressive fish.
What type of diet do Silver Tip Tetras prefer?
They are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods including live, fresh, flake, and frozen foods. A balanced diet with both animal and plant-based options is recommended.
Emma Scott –
Easy to care for and very active in the tank. They thrive in a 15-gallon setup with stable water conditions. I feed them a mix of flakes and frozen foods daily. They stay calm and don’t stress other fish.
Jack Thomson –
The silver tips are beautiful and stay peaceful even with other small fish. I keep them in a 20-gallon tank with a stable pH and temperature. They eat well on a varied diet and are active during the day.
Joe Ince –
Perfect for beginners. They adapt quickly to the tank and don’t require special care. I noticed they enjoy live foods, but flakes work just fine. The tank looks vibrant with their movement.