Red phantom tetra - Hyphessobrycon sweglesi
Scientific name: Hyphessobrycon sweglesi
Common name: Red phantom tetra
Family: Characidae
Usual size in fish tanks: 3 - 4 cm (1.18 - 1.57 inch)
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Recommended pH range for the species: 5.7 - 7.5
Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 20°N (71.43 - 357.14ppm)
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Recommended temperature: 21 - 25 °C (69.8 - 77°F)
The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning
Where the species comes from: South America
Temperament to its own species: peaceful
Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful
Usual place in the tank: Top levels
Food and feeding
Red phantom tetras will accept all foods offered. Use a quality flake for the staple diet but to keep the fish in top condition and colour, treat them with live or frozen foods. Brine shrimp and blood worms are ideal.
Origin
South America; Red phantom tetras are to be found in the Orinoco River basins in Venezuela and Colombia.
Sexing
The dorsal fin on the male will be taller and more pointed than the females. The female will also display a dark spot with a white tip on her dorsal fin.
Breeding
The breeding tank should be set up with floating plants and subdued lighting. The male will display to the female and eventually she will lay up to 300 eggs. At this stage the parents should be removed or they will eat the eggs. Once hatched and the fry are free swimming, they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp initially and as they grow, they can be fed on crushed flake.
Lifespan
The expected life span for Hyphessobrycon sweglesi is 5 years.
Short description
Hyphessobrycon sweglesi need to be kept in a planted tank containing soft, acidic water. They need to be kept in small groups of at least 6-8 fish.
Pictures
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