Tenuis Tetra - Mimagoniates lateralis

Species name: Mimagoniates lateralis

Synonym: Mimagoniates lateralis

Common name: Tenuis Tetra

Family: Characidae

Order: Characins

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 5 cm / 2 inches

Environment: Freshwater

Origin: North Argentina to South Brazil

Temperament: Peaceful

Company: Mimagoniates lateralis (Tenuis Tetra) is suitable for community aquariums with other species with similar demands.

Water parameters: Temperature 18-21˚C / 65-70˚F; pH 5.5 – 6.5

Aquarium setup: Mimagoniates lateralis (Tenuis Tetra) is best kept in an aquarium with plenty of open space and heavy filtration. Use plants to create densely planted areas where thy fish can hide and rest away from the current.

Feeding: Mimagoniates lateralis (Tenuis Tetra) accepts flake food.

Breeding: We have no information about breeding Mimagoniates lateralis (Tenuis Tetra)

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