Jumping Characin (Copella arnoldi)

Scientific Name(s): Copella arnoldi, Copeina arnoldi

 

Common Name(s): Jumping Characin, Splash Characin, Splash Tetra, Splashing tetra, Arnold's splashing tetra, Spraying characin, Spraying characid

 

Family: Characins

 

Species Type: Characins (Tetras)

 

Maximum Size: 3 inches

 

Life Span: 3 years

 

Natural Habitat: South American rivers

 

Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

 

Tank Region: All over but prefers top to middle region.

 

Possible Tank Mates: Other community fish

 

Description: These tetras are schooling fish, and should be kept in groups of at least six to prevent the fish from becoming timid and stressed. They like tanks that are well-planted, as they will take cover in the plants from time to time. The Splash Tetra needs a tank with a well-fitting lid, because these fish are very accomplished jumpers.

 

Temperature Range 76°F - 84°F

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pH Range 6.4 - 7.6

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Hardness 1° - 15°

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Breeding Information: Although it may not be as pretty as some tetras, this fish makes up for it in reproductive behaviour. It lays its eggs on the leaves of overhanging plants and splashes them with water to prevent them from drying out - hence the name Splashing tetra! It's a fascinating, and challenging fish to breed in the aquarium.

 

Sexing Information: Males are larger, have more elaborate fins, and are usually more colorful than females.

 

Diet: Omnivorous - does well with flake foods but will eat just about anything small enough to fit in mouth.

 

Temperment: Peaceful community fish

 

Common Diseases: None specific to species.

 

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Jumping Characin (Copella arnoldi)