Splash Tetra
NameSplash Tetra
Scientific NameCopella arnoldi
Common NamesSplash Tetra, Splashing Tetra, Arnold's Tetra
FamilyCharacidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco Basin, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther small tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus, Dwarf Cichlids (e.g., Apistogramma), Small peaceful gouramis
Description
The Splash Tetra is a small, peaceful characin famous for its unique breeding behavior where eggs are laid on leaves above the water. The male guards the eggs, splashing water on them to keep them moist until hatching. They are best kept in a planted community aquarium with stable water parameters.
