Black Skirt Tetra
A hardy, active tetra that does well in groups. Best in a community tank with similarly sized, non-long-finned fish.
tankSize
75L (20 gal) minimum for a school
careLevel
Beginner
temperature
22 to 26C
temperament
Semi-peaceful
diet
Flakes, pellets, and frozen foods
lifespan
3 to 5 years
aloneOrCommunity
Community (schooling)
weeklyMaintenance
Water changes and basic cleaning
Best for
- Beginner community tanks with active fish
- Owners who want a hardy school
- Tanks with barbs, danios, and similar fish
- People who can keep groups of 6 or more
Not ideal for
- Tanks with slow, long-finned fish
- Very small nano tanks
- Uncycled aquariums
- Owners who want a very calm display
Temperament
- Active and sometimes nippy if kept in small numbers
- More peaceful in larger groups
- Does best with robust tank mates
Daily routine
feeding: Feed once or twice daily; keep portions small.
check: Watch for fin-nipping and adjust stocking if needed.
enrichment: Provide open swimming space and some plant cover.
Living fit
smallHome: Works if you can provide a mid-sized tank.
kids: Good for observation and simple feeding routines.
firstTimeOwner: Good beginner fish with the right tank mates.
Health notes
- Hardy but stress can trigger fin issues.
- Group size reduces aggression.
- Maintain clean water to prevent common infections.
Cost and time
time: Low daily time; simple weekly maintenance.
cost: Affordable fish; standard community setup cost.
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