Silvertip Tetra – Hasemania nana

The Silvertip Tetra (Hasemania nana) is an active freshwater schooling fish known for its shimmering silver-gold body, lively personality, and constant movement. This energetic tetra is a great choice for aquarists who want a more active display in a planted or community aquarium.

Silvertip Tetras do best in groups, where their schooling behavior helps reduce stress and spreads out minor chasing or fin-nipping. Their bright appearance and fast movement make them especially eye-catching against live plants, driftwood, and darker aquarium backgrounds.

Key Features

• Active freshwater schooling fish
• Shimmering silver to golden coloration
• Great for lively planted aquariums
• Best kept in groups of 6–10 or more
• Adds constant movement to community tanks
• Good choice for aquarists who enjoy energetic fish

Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Hasemania nana
• Common Name: Silvertip Tetra
• Care Level: Easy to moderate
• Temperament: Active; may be slightly nippy
• Adult Size: Approximately 1.5–2 inches
• Size at Sale: Approximately 0.75–1 inch
• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger recommended
• Water Temperature: 72–80°F
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5
• Diet: Omnivore

Why Choose Silvertip Tetras?

Silvertip Tetras are ideal for aquarists who want a schooling fish with more energy than many calm community species. They are constantly on the move and create an active, lively feel in the aquarium.

Because they can be a little nippy, they are best kept in larger groups and should not be housed with slow-moving fish or long-finned tankmates. A properly sized group helps them focus their energy within the school instead of bothering other fish.

Ideal Tank Setup

Silvertip Tetras do best in a stable, fully cycled aquarium with open swimming space, live plants, and gentle to moderate water movement. A planted aquarium with driftwood, rocks, and shaded areas gives them structure while still allowing room for active schooling.

Keep them in groups of at least 6–10 or more for best behavior. Larger groups usually show better schooling activity and help reduce fin-nipping toward tankmates.

Compatible Tankmates

• Other active tetras
• Rasboras
• Danios
• Corydoras catfish
• Peaceful barbs of suitable size
• Active community fish that are not long-finned
• Snails

Tankmates to Avoid

• Betta fish
• Angelfish with long fins
• Fancy guppies
• Slow-moving long-finned fish
• Very timid species
• Small shrimp without heavy cover

Diet & Feeding

Silvertip Tetras are omnivores and accept a variety of small aquarium foods. Feed quality flakes, micro pellets, small granules, frozen brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms, and other appropriately sized foods.

A varied diet helps support activity, color, and overall condition. Feed small portions that the group can consume quickly.

Care Tips

• Keep in groups of 6–10 or more
• Provide open swimming space
• Avoid slow or long-finned tankmates
• Use plants and decor for structure
• Maintain stable water conditions
• Feed a varied diet of flakes, pellets, and frozen foods

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Silvertip Tetras peaceful?
Silvertip Tetras are generally community-friendly, but they are very active and may be slightly nippy, especially in small groups.

How many Silvertip Tetras should I keep together?
Keep them in groups of at least 6–10 or more. Larger groups help reduce stress and improve behavior.

Are Silvertip Tetras good for planted tanks?
Yes. They look excellent in planted aquariums and enjoy open swimming areas with plants for structure and cover.

Can Silvertip Tetras live with guppies or bettas?
They are not the best choice with long-finned fish such as fancy guppies or bettas because they may nip fins.

What do Silvertip Tetras eat?
They eat quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods, and small live foods. A varied diet is best for health and activity.

How big do Silvertip Tetras get?
They typically reach approximately 1.5–2 inches as adults.

Are these fish available for shipping?
No. Live fish are available for in-store purchase or local pickup only at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Available at Tropical Treasures Wyo

Silvertip Tetras are active schooling fish for planted aquariums, lively community tanks, and freshwater setups with plenty of swimming space. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to shop tetras, freshwater fish, shrimp, snails, live aquarium plants, fish food, filtration supplies, and aquarium care products. Live livestock is available for in-store purchase or local pickup only.

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