Silvertip Tetra

Add movement, shimmer, and personality to your aquarium with the striking Silvertip Tetra. Loved for its glowing golden body and distinctive silver-tipped fins, this active schooling fish brings incredible energy and visual appeal to freshwater community tanks.

Silvertip Tetras are fast-moving, social fish that thrive in groups, creating a lively and natural display as they dart through the water together. Their hardy nature and adaptability make them an excellent option for both beginner and experienced aquarists looking to build a vibrant, peaceful aquarium setup.

Why You’ll Love This Fish

• Stunning golden body with signature silver-tipped fins
• Active schooling behaviour that adds life to your tank
• Hardy and beginner-friendly
• Great for community aquariums
• Beautiful contrast in planted and dark substrate tanks
• Small size makes them ideal for nano and medium aquariums

Care Information

• Temperament: Peaceful to semi-active
• Tank Level: Mid-water swimmer
• Minimum Group Size: 6 or more recommended
• Diet: Omnivore – flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods
• Ideal Setup: Planted aquarium with open swimming space

When kept in schools, Silvertip Tetras display their best colours and natural social behaviour, making them a standout feature in any freshwater aquarium. Their energetic nature and metallic shimmer create a premium, dynamic display that hobbyists love.

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