Author: Eigenmann & Kennedy, 1903
FBname: Bloodfin tetra
Comments: Adults swim mainly in the upper and middle water layers.  Feed on worms, small insects and crustaceans (Ref. 5723).  Aquarium keeping:  in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51150).  Mature males always with gill glands and hooks in the anal fin ray (Ref. 58431).