Albino Buenos Aires Hyphessobrycon Anisitsi 2cm

Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

£4.40

Delivered alive, guaranteed

Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.

When will my fish arrive?

Order placedDelivery day
Up to Monday 11:00amThursday (that week)
Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00amFriday (that week)
Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00amSaturday (that week)
Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time)Thursday (following week)

Albino Buenos Aires Hyphessobrycon Anisitsi 2cm Overview: The Buenos Aires Tetra, a vibrant and engaging species, boasts a striking silver body adorned with stunning red accents. Originating from the rivers and streams of South America, this hardy tetra is cherished for its lively nature and captivating schooling behavior. Origin: Hailing from the waters of Argentina and parts of Brazil, the Buenos Aires Tetra thrives in mildly acidic to neutral water conditions and is accustomed to moderate water flow in its natural habitat. Feeding: These omnivorous beauties eagerly accept a varied diet, relishing both high-quality flake food and small live or frozen fare like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Their diet can be supplemented with vegetable matter like blanched spinach or cucumber. Tank Mates: Peaceful yet energetic, Buenos Aires Tetras are ideal additions to community tanks. They thrive alongside other tetras, danios, rasboras, and peaceful bottom dwellers like Corydoras catfish. Be mindful to avoid housing them with fin-nipping species, as their flowing fins may become targets. Aggression: Although generally peaceful, males might exhibit occasional territorial behavior, especially during breeding periods. Adequate space and suitable hiding spots can alleviate any potential aggression. Experience Level: Intermediate aquarists will find joy in caring for Buenos Aires Tetras. They require moderate attention to water quality, feeding, and tank mates, making them a rewarding species for those with some prior experience in fishkeeping. Water Parameters: Maintaining stable water conditions is key. Aim for a pH level between 6.5 to 7.5, a water temperature range of 68-79°F (20-26°C), and moderately soft to slightly hard water with a dGH (general hardness) of 5-20.

Please Note

The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.

It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.


Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.

Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.

We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.

Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.