Greenish Astyanax
NameGreenish Astyanax
Scientific NameAstyanax aeneus
Common NamesGreen Astyanax, Banded Astyanax, Central American Tetra
FamilyCharacidae
OriginCentral America, Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther large tetras, Rainbowfish, Danios, Rasboras, Livebearers, Corydoras, Plecos
Description
The Greenish Astyanax is a hardy and active schooling tetra native to Central America. It features a silvery body that can exhibit a greenish sheen, often with a distinct black spot on the caudal peduncle and reddish-orange fins. These adaptable fish are suitable for community aquariums, though they may nip at very long-finned tankmates.
