Bentos Tetra (Hyphessobrycon bentosi)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon bentosi

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asWhite Fin Ornate Tetra, Bentosi Tetra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 2-15 dGH

Appearance

Translucent pinkish body with elongated white-tipped dorsal and anal fins and a small dark shoulder spot.

Difficulty and care for the Bentos Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

Brazil (lower Amazon)

Keeper notes

Peaceful rosy-group tetra; males display fins to one another with little real aggression. Keep 6+.

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