Ornate Tetra (Hyphessobrycon ornatus)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon ornatus

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asOrnate Rosy 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

Pinkish translucent body with greatly elongated white-and-black dorsal fin in males and red-flushed fins.

Difficulty and care for the Ornate Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

Guyana, Brazil (lower Amazon)

Keeper notes

Peaceful display tetra of the rosy/bentosi complex; harmless male fin-flaring only.

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