Silver Tip Tetra
The silvertip tetra (Hasemania nana) is a small, active freshwater fish in the family Characidae, native to South America, particularly the São Francisco River basin in Brazil.
Description:
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Size: Grows up to about 5 cm (2 inches) in length.
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Coloration: Males are typically golden-yellow with a shimmering, metallic sheen, while females are slightly paler. Both sexes have characteristic silvery-white tips on the dorsal, anal, and caudal fins, giving the species its common name.
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Body shape: Slender and laterally compressed, typical of tetras.
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Behavior: Peaceful and schooling, best kept in groups of six or more. Males can display mild aggression toward each other during courtship or hierarchy establishment.
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Habitat: In the wild, Hasemania nana inhabits clear, slow-moving streams and rivers with dense vegetation. In aquariums, they thrive in well-planted tanks with soft, slightly acidic to neutral water.
The silvertip tetra is popular in the aquarium trade due to its hardiness, striking appearance, and lively behavior.