Crystal Red Tetra (Hyphessobrycon haraldschultzi)

Fish in the family Characidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon haraldschultzi

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asHarald Schultz's Tetra, Red Rosy Tetra

Care levelModerate

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.8 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 5.5-7.0, GH 2-15 dGH

Appearance

Pinkish-red body with a red shoulder spot and red-tinted fins, closely resembling the bleeding heart tetra but smaller and redder.

Difficulty and care for the Crystal Red Tetra

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Brazil (Araguaia, Amazon basins)

Keeper notes

Peaceful bleeding-heart relative; males display to each other harmlessly. Shrimp-safe.

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