Black Phantom Tetra
By Gary Bolton
Family: Characidae
Species: Megalamphodus megalopterus
Size: 5cm (2 inch)
Diet: Omnivorous
Tank levels: Middle
Habitat: Streams in Bolivia and Brazil
Remarks: This species needs soft, acidic water for general well-being and breeding. Captive breeding can be problematic as the parents tend to eat the eggs, which are light-sensitive and prone to distintegration. A separate species tank for these tetras is advisable, although they will co-habit with smaller fishes.
Comments: The Black Phantom Tetra is a transparent grey-silver colour, with a dark distinguishing mark on the shoulder. Its eye has a gold rim around the iris. Unusually, the female of this species has a more colourful red adipose fin.
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