Family: Characidae
Hyphessobrycon anisitsi — a Characidae from Laos and Central and North America. Reaches 9.9–14.5 cm; keep at 23–28 °C.
Hyphessobrycon anisitsi is a Characidae from Laos and Central and North America. In the wild it prefers blackwater streams and flooded forest; in the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 9.9–14.5 cm of adult fish at 23–28 °C. Related profiles: Hyphessobrycon amandae, Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi, Hyphessobrycon eques.
A moderate-level species: mostly peaceful; larger species predatory; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Aim for 23–28 °C. Heater for stable tropical warmth; 23–28.0 °C typical for the genus.
Expect 9.9–14.5 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 252 L tank or larger gives it room.
Omnivore with carnivorous tilt. It forages naturally over dark sand and leaf litter, so let some food reach the bottom.
Mostly peaceful; larger species predatory. Recommended tankmates: Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs. Avoid Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from Laos and Central and North America: blackwater streams and flooded forest. Expect still to gentle current and moderate.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
In the aquarium: egg-scatterer among fine plants. Subtle; females fuller-bodied.