Orangefin tetra (Bryconops affinis)

Scientific name: Bryconops affinis G?nther, 1864

The Orangefin tetra (Bryconops affinis) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 22–28°C (72–82°F). Native range: South America, coastal streams of the Guiana Shield.

Orangefin tetra care at a glance

Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

Biology

Swims incessantly. Common and ubiquitous but is more frequently encountered at low tide in creeks with swift-flowing waters. Feeds on plants and various invertebrates.

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Species facts

Scientific name: Bryconops affinis
Family: Characidae (Characins)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 12.0
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 5.5 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 20 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: coastal streams of the Guiana Shield.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)