✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful schooling fish with a distinctive tail stripe.

The Hockeystick Tetra (Thayeria Boehlkei) gets its name from the black stripe that runs from its tail to the middle of its body, resembling a hockey stick. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where it often swims at an upward angle — a striking and characteristic swimming behavior.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & Warranty

• Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon collection
• Upon collection, feel free to ask for advice on care or the composition of your aquarium

✂️ Care

Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. A well-planted aquarium with plenty of open swimming space is best for this species.

🐠 Combination tip

Peaceful and well-suited for combination with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why does this fish swim at an upward angle?
This angled swimming behavior is characteristic of the Hockeystick Tetra and completely normal — no cause for concern.

What is the minimum number of individuals I should buy?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels unsafe in groups that are too small, which can cause stress.

Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Hockeystick Tetra is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.