Bleeding Heart Tetra (Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma)

Fish in the family Characidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon erythrostigma

FamilyCharacidae

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size2.5 in

Minimum tank size25 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 3-15 dGH

Appearance

Tall silvery-pink body with a distinct red 'bleeding heart' spot on the side; males have an elongated sickle-shaped dorsal fin.

Difficulty and care for the Bleeding Heart Tetra

Moderate

Origin and habitat

South America (upper Amazon, Colombia/Peru)

Keeper notes

Mostly peaceful; males display and spar, and occasional fin nipping occurs if kept in too small a group.

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