Forest Tetra (Moenkhausia forestii)
Moenkhausia forestii
Origin: Brazil (Tapajós River basin)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 5 cm
- Min Tank
- 80 L
- Lifespan
- 3-5
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (8–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; excellent community schooling tetra
About
Moenkhausia forestii is a captivating and uncommon tetra originating from clear-water tributaries of the Tapajós basin in Brazil. Its transparent body is decorated with metallic scaling and a distinctive caudal spot, giving it understated beauty in the aquarium. A robust schooling species that adapts well to a range of soft to moderately hard water conditions.
Care Guide
Keep in schools of 8+. Provide open swimming space with planted edges. Feed quality flake, micro-pellets, frozen artemia and daphnia. Adaptable to soft to moderately hard water. Hardy and relatively easy despite its uncommon status. An elegant and rewarding tetra for the hobbyist seeking something a little different.
Buy Forest Tetra (Moenkhausia forestii) from FinsHQ shops
Shops currently listing this species with stock available
Sell Forest Tetra (Moenkhausia forestii) in your shop?
Join aquarium shops already using FinsHQ. Get a beautiful webshop, mobile app, and inventory management — built for aquatic retailers.
Start your free store