Robert's Tetra (Hyphessobrycon roberti)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHyphessobrycon roberti

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asRoberti Tetra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.6 in

Minimum tank size20 gallons

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

Appearance

Translucent silvery-pink body with white-tipped elongated dorsal and anal fins and a faint shoulder mark, similar to the ornate/bentosi group.

Difficulty and care for the Robert's Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

Brazil, Peru (Amazon basin)

Keeper notes

Peaceful rosy-group tetra; males display fins to each other without real aggression. Shrimp-safe.

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