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Tetras

Family: Characidae

Distribution: Like the rest of the Hemigrammus species, these fish are located in South America: specifically, in the Orinoco River basin, Apure River basin, Negro River basin, and in the Essequibo and Demerara Rivers.

PH: 6.3 – 7.1 pH

Temperature: 23 – 26 °C (73 – 79°F)

Hardness: 6 – 14 dH

Description: Growing a maximum length of around 3.5 cm within a tank, they will suit a large community tank.

This species is somewhat uncommon in the hobby and due to the subsequent lack of information it is unknown what colouration they display.

Diet: Due to the scarcity in the hobby, it is unknown what diet they prefer.  Experiment with the diet typical of the Hemigrammus species: quality flake for their staple with occasional live food as a treat.

Breeding: Breeders may experience some difficulty when attempting to get their Hemigrammus aereus to spawn.  Set up a separate breeding tank with dense vegetation and soft lighting.  They require a higher temperature when spawning, as well as softer water (use peat filtration).

The parents will eat the eggs and should be removed immediately after spawning. The eggs will hatch within 24 hours and after a couple of days the fry will be swimming about.  Feed the fry on baby brine shrimp or crushed flake food.

Comments: Perhaps due to the difficulty of breeding, there is little information available on Hemigrammus analis.  Therefore, general information pertaining to the Hemigrammus species has been included.

They like to have plenty of space to swim about in, as well as dense plantation along the edges to hide in.  They also require light diffusion, so include some floating plants.

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Recommended Compatible Species: They should live happily with other Tetra species (particularly the Neon Tetra and Black Tetra). They also should be good tank mates with DiscusApistogramma‘s like Apistogramma Cacatouides and Apistogramma BorelliCorydorasCatfish  (particularly Corydoras Sterbai and Corydoras aeneusAngelfishClown loach, the common Guppy and Platy and most Gourami(such as the Blue Gouramiand Dwarf Gourami like the Honey Gourami) Also should live happily with most Danio (particularly the Zebra Danioand Pearl Danio)  and also many Killifish could make great tank mates.

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Hemigrammus megaceps

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Upper Ucayali River basin in Peru, South America is where Hemigrammus megaceps was first located. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: One of the smallest of the Hemigrammus species, Hemigrammus megaceps will reach a maximum length of 2.8cm.  The species is [...]

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Hyphessobrycon langeanii

Family: Characidae Distribution: The location of Hyphessobrycon langeanii can only be narrowed down to Brazil in South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon langeanii is one of the somewhat larger specimens of the Hyphessobrycon species, attaining a mature length [...]

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Hemigrammus erythrozonus (Glowlight Tetra)

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Corynopoma riisei (Swordtail Characin)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Corynopoma riisei, commonly known as the Swordtail Characin, is distributed in the coastal rivers and tributaries of Trinidad, north Venezuela, and within the Villavicencio area in Columbia. PH: 6.0 – 8.0 Temperature: 22°C – 28°C (72 – 81F) Hardness: 1 – 15 dH Description: Corynopoma riisei can reach a maximum of 5 [...]

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Hemigrammus matei

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus matei is a fairly un-researched species, and the most specific information gets is that it is found somewhere in Argentina.  The rest of the Hemigrammus species are found in small tribulatories off major river regions (Orinoco and Amazon, generally), and this may also be true for Hemigrammus matei. PH: 7.8 Temperature: [...]

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Boehlkea fredcochui (Blue Tetra)

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Alestopetersius caudalis (Yellowtail Tetra)

Family: Alestidae Distribution: Alestopetersius caudalis, commonly known as the Yellowtail Tetra, is distributed throughout Africa’s Congo River basin. PH: 6.5 – 8.0 Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F) Hardness: 10 – 20 dH Description: The Yellowtail Tetra can reach around 7 cm in length; females are slightly smaller than males.  This species has a [...]

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Hemigrammus stictus (Red Base Tetra / Bloodtail Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Red Base Tetra can be found in Guyana, Brazil and Colombia, South America.  They prefer the moderately-moving water off the main waterways. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: Hemigrammus stictus has a vibrant red spot where the caudal fin [...]

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Hasemania nana (Silver Tip Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Located in South America, Hasemania nana prefers the smaller water streams found in Rio Purus and Rio San Francisco, Brazil. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 27 °C (73 – 81°F) Hardness: 5 – 20 dH Description: The Silver Tip Tetra can be quite aggressive if kept in groups less [...]

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Hyphessobrycon eques (Serpae Tetra / Callistus Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Serpae Tetra can be located in the Paraguay and Guaporé River basins of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina.  Reports suggest it may also be found in French Guiana.  It prefers still (or very slow moving) waters of tributaries, ponds and small lakes.  The areas which it inhabits often include vegetation or the [...]

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Hemigrammus microstomus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus microstomus are endemic to the central Amazon and Orinoco River basins in South America. PH: 6.5 – 7 pH Temperature: 23 – 27°C (74 – 80°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 gdH Description: Reaching a length of 4cm, Hemigrammus microstomus will thrive when kept in shoals of at least 6 (preferably over [...]

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Copella arnoldi (Splash Tetra)

Family: Lebiasinidae Distribution: Copella arnoldi, commonly known as the Splash Tetra, is a South American freshwater species distributed near the banks of slow rivers with heavy vegetation.  It is found in the lower Amazon River, Guyana and the Rio Paru. PH: 6.0 – 8.0 Temperature: 25°C – 29°C (77 – 84F) Hardness: 5 – 12 [...]

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Hemigrammus ora

Family: Characidae Distribution: French Guiana is the location of Hemigrammus ora.  They prefer swampy area near the surface of the water. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus ora will grow to a little below 4cm within captivity. Hemigrammus species is usually peaceful and sociable.  [...]

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Hyphessobrycon eos (Dawn Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: West-Guyana is where the Dawn Tetra makes its home. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 15 gdH Description: One of the smallest Tetras, Hyphessobrycon eos will only reach 2cm in the tank.  Despite this, they have a bright metallic sheen that makes them extremely eye-catching.  [...]

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Moenkhausia pittieri (Diamond Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon ecuadorensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon ecuadorensis is endemic to the Guayas River basin in South America. PH: 5.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 27°C (75 – 81°F) Hardness: 12 gdH Description: Reaching a maximum length around 2cm, they are one of the smallest of the Tetra family.  Hyphessobrycon ecuadorensis are similar to their relatives: generally [...]

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Hyphessobrycon megalopterus (Black Phantom Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon borealis

Family: Characidae Distribution: French Guiana is the home of Hyphessobrycon borealis.  It inhabits the banks of shallow water rivers that have a slow current. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon borealis will reach a length just below 3cm in captivity.  It is [...]

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Hemigrammus guyanensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Guyana is the place of origin for Hemigrammus guyanensis. It favours creeks covered with leaves and alluvial deposits found in flood zones.  It is found in the Maroni, Mana, Approuague and Oyapock river systems. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 20 – 24°C (68 – 75°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: [...]

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Hyphessobrycon melazonatus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Amazon River basin in South America is where Hyphessobrycon melazonatus calls home. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon melazonatus will reach a maximum length just short of 4cm.  This species is generally peaceful, active and non-aggressive.  [...]

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Hyphessobrycon albolineatum

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon albolineatum can be found in the Autana River in the Orinoco River basin, South America. PH: 7.0 – 8.0 pH Temperature: 23 – 26°C (73 – 79°F) Hardness: 7 – 12 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon albolineatum will reach a maximum length of around 2.5cm in the tank. They are rare in the [...]

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Hemigrammus aereus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus aereus is endemic to small creeks, streams and brooks of Guyana, South America. PH: 6.3 – 7.1 pH Temperature: 23 – 26 °C (73 – 79°F) Hardness: 3 – 14 dH Description: This peaceful fish will grow to a maximum length of 2-3.5cm in captivity.  The males of this species tend to [...]

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Hasemania nana (Silvertip Tetra)

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Aphyocharax paraguayensis (Dawn Tetra)

Aphyocharax paraguayensis (Dawn Tetra) Information will be coming soon Originally posted 2009-11-08 23:10:52. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hemigrammus skolioplatus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The upper Tapajos River basin in Brazil, South America is the home of Hemigrammus skolioplatus. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: The Hemigrammus species are generally peaceful, sociable, active fish which are perfect additions to community tanks.  They prefer to [...]

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Hyphessobrycon haraldschultzi

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon haradschultzi is endemic to the Araguaia River basin found in Brazil and Colombia, South America. PH: 5.5 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 26°C (72 – 79°F) Hardness: 0 – 4 dH Description: It is impossible to differentiate males from females for this species – at least by their exterior appearance. [...]

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Brycinus longipinnus (Longfin Tetra)

Family: Alestidae Distribution: Brycinus longipinnus, commonly known as the Longfin Tetra, is a species distributed in big rivers – in the upper and lower reaches – and in estuarine zones; it is the only Brycinus species to reside in small streams and rivers.  It is found in Africa’s Atlantic border, from Gambia to the Democratic [...]

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Hyphessobrycon sweglesi (Red Phantom Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon sweglesi is found in the rivers of the Orinoco Basin in Columbia, South America, an area of great Hyphessobrycon concentration. They are found in shallow and heavily vegetation areas in rivers and creeks. PH: 5.7-7.5 Temperature: 21-25°C (70-77°F) Hardness: 4-20dH Description: The colour of an adult Hyphessobrycon sweglesi can range from [...]

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Hemigrammus mahnerti

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Paraná and Paraguay River basins in South America are the home of Hemigrammus mahnerti. PH: Due to the recent discovery (1989) of Hemigrammus mahnerti, it is unknown what pH they will thrive in.  Try something between 6.0 – 7.0. Temperature: 24 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 7 gdH Description: Hemigrammus [...]

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Hyphessobrycon copelandi

Family: Characidae Distribution: The South American basins of the upper Solimões, Approuague and Mana Rivers.  It prefers bodies of water with slow currents, as well as small creeks with a sandy substrate and clear water.  It can be found in the section of rivers before waterfalls. PH: 4.5 – 5.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C [...]

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Hyphessobrycon epicharis

Family: Characidae Distribution: The upper Orinoco and Negro River basins in South America is where Hyphessobrycon epicharis can be found. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Growing to a little less than 3.5cm, Hyphessobrycon epicharis is a beautifully-coloured fish.  The base colouration is [...]

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Paracheirodon innesi (Neon Tetra)

Information on Paracheirodon innesi (Neon Tetra) will be coming soon Originally posted 2010-04-29 22:26:04. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hemigrammus barrigonae

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Rio Meta and Rio Orinoco basins found in Colombia and Venezuela, South America, are the locality of Hemigrammus barrigonae.  They prefer slow-moving bodies of water such as rivers and tributaries. PH: 5.8 – 7 pH Temperature: 22 – 26 °C (72 – 79°F) Hardness: 2 – 10 dH Description: Hemigrammus barrigonae [...]

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Hyphessobrycon catableptus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon catableptus is endemic to the Essequibo River basin in South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Reaching a length a little below 2cm, if the Hyphessobrycon catableptus is anything like its relatives, it will be peaceful, social and [...]

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Hyphessobrycon stramineus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon stramineus is a freshwater fish found in the tropical climate of the Amazon River basin in South America. They find their homes within the well-vegetated, shallow areas of the basin’s rivers and creeks. PH: 6-7.5pH Temperature: 23-28°C (73-82°F) Hardness: 2-15dH Description: Hyphessobrycon stramineus have a maximum length of 3.8cm. They occupy [...]

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Hemigrammus hyanuary (January Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus hyanuary is named after the place of discovery: Lake Hyanuary near Manaus, Brazil.  It can also be found in the upper and middle Amazon basins.  However, the fish available from traders are mostly bred in captivity in Singapore. PH: 5.6 – 7.4 pH Temperature: 22 – 27°C (72 – 81 °F) [...]

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Hemigrammus lunatus (Lime Green Line Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Amazon, Paraguay and Suriname River basins make up the home of the Lime Green Tetra. PH: 3.8 – 4.9 Temperature: 25 – 26°C (77 – 79°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: A peaceful bottom-dwelling fish, it is an ideal addition to any community tank.  It thrives when kept in shoals [...]

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Hyphessobrycon amapaensis (Red Line Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon amapaensis is endemic to Amapa State, Brazil.  They choose to inhabit small savannah creeks, with gravel and sand substrate. PH: 6.8 pH Temperature: 24 – 27°C (75 – 81°F) Hardness: 1 – 10 dH Description: Red Line Tetras are peaceful in tanks and suitable for a community tank.  It will attain [...]

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Hyphessobrycon amapaensis (Redline Amapa Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon balbus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon balbus is endemic to the upper Parana River basin in South America. PH: 5.5 – 6.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 23°C (73 – 74°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: This fish can be expected to reach a length of 6cm within the tank.  As it is a rarity in the [...]

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Hemigrammus elegans

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus elegans is found in multiple South American countries; specifically, Venezuela, Brazil, and Peru.  It prefers slow moving streams with a bottom of mud and leaf litter.  The Amazon and Tapajós River basins, Apure and Aguaro River basins, and Madre de Dios are bodies of water that Hemigrammus elegans prefers.  Deeper waters [...]

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Hyphessobrycon eilyos

Family: Characidae Distribution: There is little known about the specific location of Hyphessobrycon eilyos, except tht it is endemic to Brazil, South America. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon eilyos will grow to about 2.5cm in the tank.  It is behaves anything [...]

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Hyphessobrycon duragenys

Family: Characidae Distribution: The river basins of the upper Tietê and Paraíba do Sul in South America are where Hyphessobrycon duragenys choses to make its home. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Little is known about the specifics of Hyphessobrycon duragenys, other than [...]

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Hyphessobrycon heteresthes

Family: Characidae Distribution: The only thing known about the distribution of Hyphessobrycon heteresthes is that it can be found Brazil, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: One of the tiniest of the Hyphessobrycon bunch, Hyphessobrycon heteresthes doesn’t even reach [...]

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Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis (Lemon Tetra)

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Hemigrammus micropterus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Orinoco River basin, South America, is the home of Hemigrammus micropterus. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: A maximum length of 4cm is all Hemigrammus micropterus will reach in captivity.  The Hemigrammus species is normally sociable, peaceful and will be an [...]

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Micralestes occidentalis (African Redfinned Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon griemi

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon griemi can be found in coastal rivers stretching from São Paulo to Santa Catarina, Brazil. PH: 5.8 – 7.8 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 4 – 18 dH Description: Another schooler, keep your Hyphessobrycon griemi in groups of five or more.  They are peaceful and [...]

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Hyphessobrycon itaparicensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: The north and east coasts of Brazil are where Hyphessobrycon itaparicensis chooses in inhabit.  They appear to prefer shallow bodies of water that are clear. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Still on the smaller side of the [...]

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Crenuchus spilurus (Sailfin Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon boulengeri

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon boulengeri is endemic to the Grande do Sul River, Brazil.  They prefer drainages off coastal rivers. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: This fish is rare in the hobby therefore the only hard data available on Hyphessobrycon boulengeri is [...]

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Tetra Species

The Tetra family are wide spread and very common in the aquarium hobby, this is because most of them make great community fish, they are active, colourful, generally cheap and typically friendly. Arnoldichthys spilopterus – Niger Tetra, Arnold’s Characin, Red-eye Characin Astyanax jordani – Blind Cave Fish Boehlkea fredcochui – Chochu’s Blue Tetra Brycinus longipinnis [...]

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Hemigrammus luelingi

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Pacaya River basin in South America is where Hemigrammus luelingi come from. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 7 gdH Description: Hemigrammus luelingi will grow to around 3cm in captivity.  It will probably demonstrate a similar personality as the rest of the Hemigrammus species: [...]

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Hyphessobrycon columbianus (Columbian Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Columbian Tetra (also known as Blue-Red Columbian Tetra and  Blue Flame Tetra) derives one of its common names from its location: it is endemic to Colombia, South America.  It prefers the slow moving tributaries and creeks that extend off the Acandi River. PH: 5.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 27°C (75 [...]

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Thayeria obliqua (Penguinfish)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Thayeria obliqua, sometimes called the Penguinfish, is a pelagic freshwater species found in the middle Tocantins, Guapore and middle Amazon basins, in South America.  It is mostly distributed in grassy brooks and creeks, particularly those with plenty of algae and vegetation. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 Temperature: 20°C – 28C (68 – 82F) [...]

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Hyphessobrycon latus

Family: Characidae Distribution: There is little known about the specific habitat of Hyphessobrycon latus aside from the fact it can be found in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon latus is a medium-sized Tetra, reaching 5cm in [...]

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Hyphessobrycon ecuadorensis (Columbian Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon amandae (Ember Tetra / Dwarf Red Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Ember Tetra is endemic to the Araguaia Basin in Brazil, South America. PH: 6.9 pH Temperature: 26°C (79°F) Hardness: 2 – 10 dH Description: Whilst Hyphessobrycon amandae is a translucent fish, its body has a marvellous orange-red hue.  The colouration will be at its best when they mature.  Their fins are [...]

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Hemigrammus vorderwinkleri (Platinum Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus vorderwinkleri is endemic to the Negro River, Brazil, South America.  It prefers black water bodies of water. PH: 5.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 23 – 27°C (74 – 80°F) Hardness: 1 – 12 gdH Description: The Platinum Tetra will grow up to 4cm and prefers to live in a shoal (at [...]

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Hyphessobrycon georgettae

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon georgettae is endemic to Suriname.  It prefers to live in bodies of water with some vegetation (not too much), such as swamps, creeks and backwaters (e.g. ponds). PH: 6.0 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 4 – 17 dH Description: Growing to a little over 3cm, [...]

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Poecilocharax weitzmani (Black Morpho Tetra)

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Hyphessobrycon milleri

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon milleri differs from many of its relatives because it originates from Cental (rather than South) America.  It makes its home in the Motagua River basin. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon milleri will only attain a [...]

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Hemigrammus ulreyi (Ulrey’s Tetra / Broken-line Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus ulreyi are found in Brazil and Paraguay.  They prefer fast-moving rivers and tribulatories. PH: 6.5 – 7 pH Temperature: 23 – 27°C (74 – 80°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 gdH Description: Ulrey’s Tetra will grow to about 5 – 8cm.  They are, like the rest of the Hemigrammus family, very peaceful, [...]

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Hyphessobrycon mutabilis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon mutabilis choses to make its home in the Cerrado region of the Upper Xingu River basin of South America.  It likes clear streams that are shallow, have sandy bottoms with some mud and thick vegetation. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 [...]

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Astyanax mexicanus (Blind Cave Tetra)

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Gymnocorymbus ternetzi (Skirt Tetra)

Gymnocorymbus ternetzi (Skirt Tetra) Information will be coming soon Originally posted 2009-11-05 03:50:09. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hemigrammus cupreus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus cupreus is endemic to the basin of Rio Solimões.  This river is a section of the Amazon, starting at the border of Peru and flowing through to the Rio Negro in Brazil.  At the point of meeting, the water is cloudy and torbid, full of organic sediment.  The waters then surge [...]

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Hyphessobrycon hamatus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon hamatus can be found in two tributaries branching off of the Vermelho River in Brazil, South America.  This area is found in the Tocantins River basin. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon hamatus appears identical to two other [...]

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Hemigrammus rodwayi (Gold Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus rodwayi are endemic to Guyana, South America. PH: 6.0 – 6.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 10 – 15 dH Description: The colouration of your Gold Tetra will depend on if it was breed in captivity or in the wild.  Those born in the wild display a [...]

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Trigonostigma heteromorpha (Harlequin Rasbora/Tetra)

Family: Cyprinidae Distribution: Trigonostigma heteromorpha, commonly known as the Harlequin Rasbora, is found in Thailand, Sumatra, Singapore and Malaysia.  It is distributed in streams and other forest swamp waters. PH: 5.0 – 7.0 Temperature: 23°C – 28C (73 – 82F) Hardness: 5 – 12 dH Description: Trigonostigma heteromorpha can reach a length of 3 – [...]

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Hemigrammus taphorni

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Caura River in Venezuela, South America, is where Hemigrammus taphorni was recently discovered (2007). PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus taphorni requires a combination of four characteristics to be differentiated from the rest of the Hemigrammus family: an elongated dorsal [...]

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Hyphessobrycon agulha

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon agulha is endemic to the Madeira River basin in South America.  The Madeira River starts in Manaus, Brazil and flows into the Amazon. PH: 7.0 – 8.0 pH Temperature: 23 – 26°C (73 – 79°F) Hardness: 7 – 12 dH Description: A friendly and sociable fish, Hyphessobrycon agulha reaches a length [...]

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Hemigrammus mimus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The South American region that includes the middle Negro and Amazon basins as well as the upper Orinoco River basin is where Hemigrammus mimus makes its home. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: The Hemigrammus species is usually peaceful and sociable.  They [...]

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Hyphessobrycon melanostichos

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Upper Tapajós River basin in Brazil (South America) houses an off-shoot of water called the Doze de Outubro River; this is where Hyphessobrycon melanostichos can be located.  It prefers clear, shallow waters with sandy substrates broken up with some vegetation and small rocks. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – [...]

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Hyphessobrycon hildae

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon hildae inhabits the Autana River Basin of South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: One of the smallest members of the species, Hyphessobrycon hildae will just about reach a mature length of 2cm.  This species is [...]

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Hyphessobrycon nigricinctus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The locality of Hyphessobrycon nigricinctus can only be narrowed down to Peru, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon nigricinctus is a beautifully coloured member of the Hyphessobrycon species.  With a base colour of silver, it [...]

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Hyphessobrycon guarani

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon guarani makes its home in the Upper Paraná River basin of South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: This fish will grow to around 3cm.  There is little known about it, but the Hyphessobrycon family is generally peaceful, [...]

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Hyphessobrycon cachimbensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Cachimbo River and Tapajós River basin in South America are the location of Hyphessobrycon cachimbensis. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Your Hyphessobrycon cachimbensis will attain a length just over 4cm. They are rare in the hobby and therefore [...]

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Gymnocorymbus thayeri (False Black Tetra)

Information will be coming soon Originally posted 2009-11-07 01:14:48. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hemigrammus schmardae

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Amazon, Negro and Orinoco River basins in South America is where Hemigrammus schmardae hails from. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: Hemigrammus schmardae will grow to just under 4cm in captivity. The Hemigrammus species is normally sociable, peaceful and [...]

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Hemigrammus newboldi

Family: Characidae Distribution: The South American Orinoco River basin is the place of origin for Hemigrammus newboldi. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus newboldi will reach a length of 5cm.  Unlike many of the Hemigrammus species, Hemigrammus newboldi doesn’t have an elongated, slim body.  [...]

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Gymnocorymbus ternetzi (Black Widow Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Black Widow Tetra prefers the river basin in South America, namely the Rio Negro and Rio Paraguay in Southern Brazil. PH: 7.0 pH Temperature: 23 – 27 °C (73 – 81°F) Hardness: 15 gdH Description: A peaceful, active and usually showy tetra, Gymnocorymbus ternetzi should be kept in shoals of 6 [...]

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Hemigrammus maxillaris

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Paraguay River basin in South America is the home of Hemigrammus maxillaris. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus maxillaris will reach a maximum length of 5cm in the aquarium.  The Hemigrammus species are normally mid-level dwellers, thrive when kept in [...]

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Hyphessobrycon frankei (Ucayali Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The common name of Hyphessobrycon frankei is derived from its home: the Ucayali River basin in South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: The base colouration of the Ucayali Tetra is iridescent silver, with a distinct white line that [...]

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Hyphessobrycon heliacus (Kitty Tetra)

Hyphessobrycon heliacus (Kitty Tetra) Information will be coming soon Originally posted 2009-11-08 23:12:50. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hyphessobrycon cyanotaenia (Lapis Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Lapis Tetra was discovered in Brazil in 2002. PH: 4.5 – 5.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 0 – 4 dH Description: Still a peaceful and active member of the Hyphessobrycon species, the Lapis Tetra is also somewhat territorial with the males fighting amongst themselves for their [...]

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Hemigrammus ocellifer (Head and Tail Light Tetra / Beacon Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Head and Tail Light Tetra can be found in French Guyana, South America; throughout the Amazon and Orinoco River basins.  It prefers slower-moving water. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 27°C (74 – 80°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 gdH Description: Like the rest of the Hemigrammus species, the Beacon [...]

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Hyphessobrycon negodagua

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon negodagua inhabits the upper Paraguaçú River basin, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon negodagua is a small Tetra, reaching only 2.8cm when mature.  The family is generally peaceful, active and non-aggressive and there is [...]

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Hemigrammus levis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus levis makes it home in the Amazon River basin in South America. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 7 gdH Description: Growing a length of 4-5cm, Hemigrammus levis is rather unusual within the hobby and therefore there is very little information available on it.  [...]

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Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma (Bleeding Heart Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Bleeding Heart Tetra inhabits the Amazon Basin in Brazil and Peru, South America. PH: 6.5 – 6.8 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: up to 12 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma will grow to around 6.5cm in captivity and is a peaceful tank mate.  The males can display some [...]

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Hyphessobrycon metae (Purple Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Orinoco River basin in Colombia and Venezuela, South America, is where the Purple Tetra was discovered; specifically the Meta River that streams into the Orinoco.  Thus, the species name was derived from its locality.  Hyphessobrycon metae prefers very slow moving bodies of water that have a high acidity and are stained [...]

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Hemigrammus unilineatus (Featherfin Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus unilineatus make their home in river basins in Central and South America; specifically, Trinidad, coastal regions of Venezuela, the rivers of Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana, and the Amazon and Guaporé River basins.  They prefer low- to non-moving currents, such as those in ponds, ditches and some streams. PH: 6.0 – [...]

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Pristella maxillaris (X-Ray Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Pristella maxillaris, known commonly as X-ray Tetra, is a pelagic South American species distributed in several parts of the Amazon River basin, the Orinoco River, and some coastal river drainages of the Guianas.  It mostly occurs in ocean waters and in heavily vegetated swamps.  PH: 6.0 – 8.0 Temperature: 24°C – 28C [...]

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Hemigrammus orthus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Essequibo River and lower Tapajós River, South America, are the place of origin of Hemigrammus orthus.  It prefers low or no moving bodies of water. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 27°C (74 – 80°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 gdH Description: Hemigrammus orthus are small tetras, reaching a little [...]

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Hyphessobrycon heliacus (Kitty Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Kitty Tetra can be located in the Xingu River system of Brazil.  Unlike most of their relatives, Hyphessobrycon heliacus prefers mud to a sandy substrate and dense vegetation. PH: 6.4 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 23 – 27 °C (73 – 81 °F) Hardness: 1 – 13 dH Description: With a soft [...]

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Hyphessobrycon igneus (Firefin Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Firefin Tetra is found in the Parana River in Argentina, South America.  It reportedly enjoys streams and tributaries found in mountains. PH: 6.7 – 7.4 pH Temperature: 21 – 24 °C (70 – 75 °F) Hardness: 3 – 15 dH Description: Another peaceful and active Hyphessobrycon species, the Firefin Tetra is [...]

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Hyphessobrycon bentosi (Ornate Tetra)

Information will be coming soon Originally posted 2009-11-04 23:10:46. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Hyphessobrycon loweae

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Cerrado region of the Upper Xingu River basin in Brazil is where Hyphessobrycon loweae choses to make its home.  It displays a preference for shallow streams with sandy bottom, clear water, minimal vegetation and small rocks. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: [...]

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Hemigrammus melanochrous

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus melanochrous hails from the middle of the Madeira River basin in Brazil, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus melanochrous will reach a length of 3cm in captivity.  The Hemigrammus species is generally peaceful, sociable and perfect for community [...]

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