False rummynose tetra (Petitella georgiae)

Scientific name: Petitella georgiae G?ry & Bouti?re, 1964

The False rummynose tetra (Petitella georgiae) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–26°C (72–79°F). Native range: South America, upper Amazon River basin in Peru; Purus, Negro, and Madeira River basins.

False rummynose tetra care at a glance

Temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F)

Biology

Feeds on worms, small crustaceans and plant matter. Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 80 cm.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Petitella georgiae
Family: Characidae (Characins)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 3.9
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.5 - 7.0; dH range: ? - 12 pelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: upper Amazon River basin in Peru; Purus, Negro, and Madeira River basins.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: highly commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)