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Von Rio Tetra
Hyphessobrycon flammeus
Characidae
📍 Rio de Janeiro coastal rivers, Brazil
The von Rio tetra, also called the flame tetra, is one of the first tropical fish ever imported to Europe. The rear body and fins of males glow a vivid red-orange, resembling flames. Despite being over 100 years in the hobby it remains a charming, underrated choice. It is extremely hardy and tolerates a wide range of water conditions.
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Quick Facts
- diet
- Omnivore – small flake, micro pellets, frozen daphnia
- schooling
- 8+ recommended
- tank size
- 10 gallons minimum
- temperament
- Peaceful schooling fish
Water it likes
- ph
- 5.8–7.5
- hardness
- 5–20 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)