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Flame tetra

Hyphessobrycon flammeus

Neptune’s rating:

65
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  • AffordabilityAffordable
  • Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
  • Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • DifficultyModerate
  • HardinessModerate
  • Length5.0 - 7.0 cm
  • Liters per Fish5 L
  • Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
  • pH6.0 - 7.5
  • PopularityPopular
  • RarityUncommon
  • Minimum School Size6
  • Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
  • Temperature23.0 - 28.0 °C
  • Territorial BehaviourMildly Territorial

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

More about Flame tetra

The Flame Tetra, also known as the Von Rio Tetra or Hyphessobrycon flammeus, is a vibrant freshwater fish native to Brazil's coastal rivers. It features striking colors, with a blend of orange and red hues that brighten as the fish matures. This small, peaceful species typically grows to about 1.5 inches in length and has a slightly elongated body with semi-transparent fins. Due to its eye-catching appearance and peaceful nature, the Flame Tetra is well-regarded and popular within the aquarium hobby, making it a favored choice among enthusiasts looking to add a splash of color to their community tanks.

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