- Scientific Name: Astyanax fasciatus mexicanus
- Other Names: Mexican Tetra
- Family: Characidae
- Origin: , Mexico, Central America to Panama
- Adult Size: 3.5 inches (9 cm)
- Social: Peaceful - suitable for community tank
- Lifespan: 5+ years
- Tank Level: Mid dweller
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
- Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
- Breeding: Egglayer
- Care: Easy
- pH: 6.0 - 7.8
- Hardness: to 30 dGH
- Temperature: 68-77 F (20-25 C)
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