Flame tetras are peaceful fish, easy to care for, and are not especially picky eaters. They tolerate a wide range of water temperatures and conditions, and their schools make a beautiful addition to a community tank.
- Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon flammeus
- Family: Characidae
- Common Names: flame tetra, Von Rio, fire, red, or orange flame tetra
- Origin: coastal rivers in southeastern Brazil, specifically the areas near Rio de Janeiro
At a Glance
Tank Size: | 15-gallon (minimum) |
Group Size: | minimum of 6 recommended |
Water Temperature: | 72 to 82 degrees F (22 to 27 degrees C) |
pH: | 5.5 to 7.5 |
Hardness: | 3 to 15 dGH |
Lifespan: | 3 to 5 years |
Breeding: | egg spawning |
Adult Size: | 0.8 to 1 inch |
Usual Place in the Tank: | middle levels |
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