Ornate Tetra (Hyphessobrycon bentosi)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon bentosi

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asWhite Fin Ornate Tetra, Bentos Tetra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.75 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

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

Appearance

Pale pinkish translucent body with red-tinted fins edged and tipped in white; sickle dorsal fin in males.

Difficulty and care for the Ornate Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

South America (lower Amazon, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; harmless male fin displays.

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