Where Does Black Skirt Tetra Live?

Black Skirt Tetra lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Black Skirt Tetra

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderate depths of slow-moving waters.

Environment

Native to rivers, streams, and tributaries, often found in areas with dense vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter. They prefer clear to blackwater environments with soft, acidic water.

Geographic range

Native to the Paraná and Guaporé River basins in South America, including parts of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Explore Black Skirt Tetra