How Many Buenos Aires Tetra in a 75-Gallon Tank?
In a 75-gallon tank you can comfortably keep about 6–26 Buenos Aires Tetra. As a schooling species, never keep fewer than 6.
Why
Stocking is driven by adult size and waste output, not just fish count. Buenos Aires Tetra reaches about 2.8" with a moderate bioload, and needs 64–82°F water at pH 6–8. Always cycle the tank and test water before adding livestock.
| Adult size | 2.8" |
|---|---|
| Minimum tank | 30 gallons |
| Temperature | 64–82°F |
| pH | 6–8 |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive |
| Schooling | Yes — group of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Care level | Easy |
| Origin | La Plata basin |
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