Redflank bloodfin (Aphyocharax rathbuni)

Scientific name: Aphyocharax rathbuni Eigenmann, 1907

Redflank bloodfin (Aphyocharax rathbuni)

The Redflank bloodfin (Aphyocharax rathbuni) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae that grows to about 2.7 cm (1.1 in). It is peaceful, suits community aquariums and needs a tank of at least 55 L (15 US gal), water at 20–26°C (68–79°F) and a pH of 6.0–7.5. Native range: South America, Paraguay River basin.

Redflank bloodfin care at a glance

Temperament
Peaceful
Community tank
Good
Adult size
2.7 cm (1.1 in)
Minimum tank
55 L (15 US gal)
Temperature
20–26°C (68–79°F)
pH
6.0–7.5
Diet
Omnivore. Accepts flakes, pellets, freeze-dried foods, bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Species facts

Scientific name
Aphyocharax rathbuni
Family
Characidae (Characins)
Order
Characiformes (Characins)
Class
Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length
2.7
Environment
Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 7.5; dH range: ? - 20 benthopelagic
Climate
Tropical
Distribution
South America: Paraguay River basin.
Conservation status (IUCN)
Not Evaluated
Threat to humans
Harmless
Resilience
High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)

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Sources

Taxonomy, distribution and biology data: FishBase (Froese, R. and D. Pauly, eds.), licensed CC BY-NC 4.0. Aquarium care parameters compiled, checked and converted to metric and imperial units by Guppies.za.net.

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