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Black Line Tetra
The black line tetra, also called the costae tetra, is finally available to the aquarium trade. Discovered in Brazil in 1902, these fish feature a very broad bold black line along the base and a solid light color body. In schools the black lines create a confusing on and off again pattern which may be an evolutionary survival trait. Once rare and wild caught in Brazil, these tetras are now captive bred in Indonesia.
- Scientific Name: Moenkhausia costae
- Origin: Brazil
- Lifespan: 5 years
- Max Size: 2 inches
- Food: flake, frozen
- Shipping Size: Approx. 1.5 inch
Description
Black Line Tetra
The black line tetra, also called the costae tetra, is finally available to the aquarium trade. Discovered in Brazil in 1902, these fish feature a very broad bold black line along the base and a solid light color body. In schools the black lines create a confusing on and off again pattern which may be an evolutionary survival trait. Once rare and wild caught in Brazil, these tetras are now captive bred in Indonesia.
- Scientific Name: Moenkhausia costae
- Origin: Brazil
- Lifespan: 5 years
- Max Size: 2 inches
- Food: flake, frozen
- Shipping Size: Approx. 1.5 inch
