Whitefin Tetra

Name: Whitefin Tetra
Brand: Tetra
SKU: 15737
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The name Whitefin Tetra is often used, sometimes interchangeably, for a few tetra species, but it is most commonly a descriptive name for the Goldencrown Tetra (Aphyocharax alburnus). Given the similarities in the Aphyocharax genus, the care for the Whitefin Tetra is virtually identical to the popular Bloodfin Tetra (Aphyocharax anisitsi), which is generally easy to care for and highly active.

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Description

Whitefin Tetra Care Guide (Aphyocharax alburnus / anisitsi)

The Whitefin Tetra is a robust, silvery-white fish that may exhibit a subtle gold or blue-green sheen, often with a faint reddish hue in its caudal fin. It is known for its hardiness and fast-paced swimming.

Category	Detail
Scientific Name	Aphyocharax alburnus (or A. anisitsi)
Common Name	Whitefin Tetra, Goldencrown Tetra, Bloodfin Tetra (if red fins dominate)
Origin	South America (Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina)
Adult Size	2–3 inches (5–8 cm)
Temperament	Peaceful, highly active, but can be a fin-nipper if kept in small groups.
Lifespan	Up to 10 years
Care Level	Easy

Appearance and Behavior

Coloration: Silvery-white to pale gold body. The fins may be clear or subtly colored. Note: The name “Bloodfin” is used for related species with vibrant red fins; “Whitefin” often refers to a variant with paler fins.
Activity: They are very fast, energetic, mid-to-upper water swimmers and require considerable open space.
Shoaling: They are shoaling fish that thrive in large groups, which helps curb any tendency toward nipping.
Jumping: Like many active characins, they are known to jump, so a secure lid is essential.

Tank Requirements and Water Parameters

Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons is the bare minimum, but a 30-gallon or longer tank is strongly recommended to accommodate their energetic swimming.
Schooling: Keep them in schools of at least 6–8 individuals. This is crucial for their social health and to prevent them from becoming shy or nipping other tank mates.
Temperature: Wide range, but stable tropical water: 72°–82° F (22°–28° C).
pH Level: Highly adaptable: 6.0 to 8.0. They tolerate a broad range of water conditions.
Aquascape: Provide a balance of dense vegetation (Java Fern, Anubias) along the back and sides, but leave the center of the tank wide open for swimming. They appreciate moderate water flow.

Diet and Feeding

The Whitefin Tetra is an easy-to-feed omnivorous micro-predator.

Staple Diet: High-quality flake food and micro-pellets.
Supplementation: A varied diet that includes protein is best: Brine Shrimp, Bloodworms, and Daphnia (frozen or live).

Compatibility

Caution: Their fast, darting nature and occasional nipping make them poor choices for slow-moving or long-finned fish.
Good Tank Mates: Other robust, fast-moving, and similarly sized peaceful fish, such as active Rasboras, Danios, Corydoras catfish, and larger Tetras.
Avoid: Bettas, Angelfish, fancy Guppies, or any slow, delicate species.