Albino Silver Tip Tetra
Albino Silver Tip Tetra
Albino Silver Tip Tetra (Hasemania nana) is the albino form of the Silver Tip Tetra — pale cream to white body with the characteristic silver-tipped fin coloration retained and often appearing more vivid against the pale albino background. Red eyes. Nana means 'dwarf' in Greek.
Feeding & Care Tip: Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes and Hikari Micro Pellets make excellent daily staples. Supplement 2–3× per week with Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms, Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp, or Hikari Vibra Bites. Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily.
Same native range as the standard Silver Tip — São Francisco River drainage, Brazil.
Keep in groups of at least 8. Can be mixed with standard Silver Tips for an attractive contrast school. More light-sensitive than the standard form.
The albino form takes a reliable tetra and makes the silver fin tips even more striking against the pale background.
Care & Ideal Parameters
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful — schooling community |
| Typical Adult Size | 2.0 inches (5 cm) |
| Min. Group Size | 8 minimum |
| Ideal Temp | 72–82°F (22–28°C) |
| Ideal pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Ideal GH | 5–20 dGH |
| Ideal KH | 2–10 dKH |
| Staple Food | Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes; Hikari Micro Pellets |
| Treat / Supplement | Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms; Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp; Hikari Vibra Bites |
| Origin | São Francisco River drainage, Brazil (captive albino strain) |
| Notes | Albino form of Hasemania nana. Silver fin tips vivid against pale body. Red eyes. More light-sensitive. |
