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By Gary Bolton

Family: Characidae

Species: Nematobrycon palmeri

Size: 6cm (2 half inch)

Diet: Omnivorous

Tank levels: All

Habitat: Streams and rivers in Colombia

Remarks: This peaceful fish looks best in a dark, well-planted tank. Easily bred, a pair may spawn a few eggs daily over a long time.

Comments: The dorsal surface of this peaceful tetra is pale brownish green, shading to a greenish violet. The lower half is black-blue, shading to cream-silver and giving the impression of a broad, dark band on the flanks. The long-based anal fin is yellowish. Above the “band”, males may have a row of red-brown scales, and females show more creamy brown colour. Very good choice to keep with other tetras.

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