Spotfin tetra (Hyphessobrycon socolofi)

Scientific name: Hyphessobrycon socolofi Weitzman, 1977

The Spotfin tetra (Hyphessobrycon socolofi) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 23–27°C (73–81°F). Native range: South America, Negro River basin.

Spotfin tetra care at a glance

Temperature: 23–27°C (73–81°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Hyphessobrycon socolofi
Family: Characidae (Characins)
Order: Characiformes (Characins)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 5.6
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: ? - 6.0; dH range: ? - 4 benthopelagic
Climate: Tropical
Distribution: South America: Negro River basin.
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.)