Black-tailed Bryconops
NameBlack-tailed Bryconops
Scientific NameBryconops melanurus
Common NamesBlack-tailed Bryconops, Melanurus Bryconops
FamilyBryconidae
OriginSouth America, Brazil, Amazon Basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.7
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful characins, Small cichlids (e.g., Apistogramma), Corydoras catfish, Loricariid catfish
Description
Bryconops melanurus is a slender, silvery characin characterized by a dark spot on its caudal peduncle and reddish accents on its fins. Native to the Amazon basin, it is a schooling fish that thrives in well-maintained freshwater aquariums. It is generally peaceful and suitable for community tanks with appropriate tankmates.
