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Hemigrammus erythrozonus (Glowlight Tetra)

Hemigrammus erythrozonus Hemigrammus erythrozonus (Glowlight Tetra)
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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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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 herbertaxelrodi (Black Neon Tetra)

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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 megalopterus (Black Phantom Tetra)

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Moenkhausia sanctaefilomenae (Red Eye Tetra)

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Hemigrammus rodwayi (Gold Tetra)

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Moenkhausia pittieri (Diamond Tetra)

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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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Thayeria ifati (Half-striped Penguin Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Thayeria ifati, sometimes called the Half-striped Penguin Tetra, is a pelagic freshwater species found in the Maroni and Approuague River basins, French Guiana.  It is distributed in sandy-bottomed creeks, lentic waters and shallow, calm areas. PH: 6.0 – 7.0 Temperature: 23°C – 28C (74 – 82F) Hardness: 4 – 12 dH Description: [...]

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Crenuchus spilurus (Sailfin Tetra)

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Aphyocharax anisitsi (Bloodfin Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Aphyocharax anisitsi, commonly known as the Bloodfin Tetra, is distributed throughout the upper and middle layers of the Parana River basin, South America. PH: 6.0 – 8.0 Temperature: 18 – 28°C (64 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 30 dGH Description: The smallish Bloodfin Tetra, which can reach up to 5 cm in [...]

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Paracheirodon innesi (Neon Tetra)

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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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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 micropleurus

Family: Characidae Distribution: São Francisco River basin of South America is where Hyphessobrycon micropleurus choses to inhabit. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Still on the small side of the Hyphessobrycon scale, Hyphessobrycon micropleurus falls just short of 3cm when fully [...]

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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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Hyphessobrycon meridionalis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessbrycon meridionalis can be found in the lower region of the Parana River and the coastal basins of the Grande do Sul River in Brazil, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon meridionalis is a medium-sized [...]

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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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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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Hyphessobrycon minor

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon minor can be found in the Essequibo River basin of South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Still on the small side of the Hyphessobrycon scale, Hyphessobrycon minor will reach 3cm when fully mature.  The family [...]

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Hyphessobrycon minimus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon minimus makes the Mahaica River basin of South America its home. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon minimus is one of the smallest Tetras, only just reaching 2cm when fully mature. There is insufficient information regarding [...]

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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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Hyphessobrycon melasemeion

Family: Characidae Distribution: All that is known of the locality of Hyphessobrycon melasemeion is that they are somewhere in South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Growing up to 4cm, Hyphessobrycon melasemeion are medium-sized when compared to their family. 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 melanopleurus

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon melanopleurus makes its home in the Upper Tietê River of South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Still on the small side of the family, Hyphessobrycon melanopleurus will attain a maximum length of only 3.5 cm.  [...]

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Hyphessobrycon megalopterus (Phantom Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon megalopterus makes its home in the Guapore River and the upper region of the Paraguay River system in Bolivia and Brazil.  They prefer the dense plantation in clear water rivers. PH: 6.0 – 7.5pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon megalopterus is one [...]

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Hyphessobrycon maculicauda

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon maculicauda was discovered in central Brazil, South America; however the exact location is still unknown. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon maculicauda is a medium-sized Tetra, reaching a little over 4cm in captivity.  They are exceedingly [...]

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Hyphessobrycon luetkenii

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon luetkenii can be found in the river basins in Uruguay and Paraguay, as well as in the Paraíba do Sul River in Rio de Janeiro. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: One of the larger Tetras, Hyphessobrycon [...]

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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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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 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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Hyphessobrycon khardinae

  Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon khardinae can be found in Brazil, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: A medium-sized Tetra, Hyphessobrycon khardinae is still tiny when compared to other species considering it will reach 4cm maximum. This species is [...]

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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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Hyphessobrycon isiri

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon isiri is found in the Uruguay River basin, Argentina, South America.  In one area it was located in two ponds on a farm that had a primary substrate of gravel and rock (with sand and mud in between), minimal current and moderate vegetation.  These ponds had no light diffusion. PH: 6.0 [...]

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Hyphessobrycon inconstans

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon inconstans is found in the rivers of  Pará, Brazil. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 7 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon inconstans is a mid-sized Tetra, reaching 4.5cm in the tank.  As they are unusual in the hobby, there is limited information [...]

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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 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 hexastichos

Family: Characidae Distribution: The upper Tapajós river system and surroundings are the home of Hyphessobrycon hexastichos. They are found in the Mutum and Juruena Rivers, both tributaries off the Tapajós, Brazil. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 1 – 12 dH Description: Instead of the common [...]

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Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus (Flag Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Flag Tetra originates from the Tocantins River and surrounding tributaries and bodies of water in the region of the Lower Amazon.  They prefer smaller bodies of water, rather than deep ones; often found in forest areas and sand banks with tannin-stained water. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 [...]

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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 herbertaxelrodi (Black Neon Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Paraguay and Brazil are the homelands of Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi. The Black Neon Tetra can be found in the Paraguay, Taguary and Amazon River systems. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 27 °C (73 – 81 °F) Hardness: 1 – 7 dH Description: An average-sized Hyphessobrycon (4.5cm), The Black Neon Tetra [...]

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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 hasemani

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon hasemani makes its home in the Maderia River, South America. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28 °C (72 – 82 °F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: This species of Hyphessobrycon will reach a length of 3cm in tanks, making it extremely small and occasionally difficult to see.  [...]

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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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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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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 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 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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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 flammeus (Flame Tetra / Red Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Flame Tetra comes from the Upper Amazon (Colombia and Peru) and Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), South America.  They prefer slow moving waters with dense vegetation.  The Hyphessobrycon lammeus that are sold in stores and at auctions are commercially-bred as it is illegal to export them from Brazil. PH: 5.8 – 7.8 [...]

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Hyphessobrycon fernandezi

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon fernandezi is endemic to the Yaracuy River basin of South America. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Growing to just shy of 4cm, Hyphessobrycon fernandezi (if he’s anything like his relatives) is a peaceful, shoaling fish that is perfectly [...]

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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 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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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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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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Hyphessobrycon elachys

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Paraguay River basin in Paraguay, South America is where Hyphessobrycon elachys choses to make its home.  Reports also suggest it can be found somewhere in Brazil. PH: 6.5 – 7.0 pH Temperature: 24 – 27°C (75 – 81°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: Like its Hyphessobrycon relatives, Hyphessobrycon elachys is [...]

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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 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 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 diancistrus

Family: Characidae Distribution: 2002 heralded the discovery of Hyphessobrycon diancistrus in the Negro and Orinoco River basins, South America. PH: 4.5 – 5.5 pH Temperature: 24 – 28°C (75 – 82°F) Hardness: 0 – 4 dH Description: Due to the recency of its discovery, there is little known about Hyphessobrycon diancistrus.  The one solid piece [...]

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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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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 condotensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon condotensis is found in Condoto and the San Juan River basins of South America. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon condotensis will reach around 4cm in the tank. They are rare in the hobby and therefore information regarding [...]

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Hyphessobrycon compressus (Mayan Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Papaloapam River Basin, Mexico, North America is the home of Hyphessobrycon compressus. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: The Mayan Tetra will attain a size of around 4cm and are generally peaceful and actively shoaling fish.  They are ideal [...]

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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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Hyphessobrycon coelestinus

Family: Characidae Distribution: The upper Paraná River basin in South America is the home of Hyphessobrycon coelestinus. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon coelestinus can be expected to reach a length of 6cm within the tank.  As it is a rarity in [...]

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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 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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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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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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Hyphessobrycon bifasciatus (Yellow Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Yellow Tetra can be found in Brazil, South America; specifically, the upper Parana River basin, Espírito Santo, and Grande do Sul River. PH: 5.8 – 8.0 pH Temperature: 20 – 25°C (68 – 77°F) Hardness: 0 – 30 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon bifasciatus will thrive when kept in shoals of at least [...]

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Hyphessobrycon anisitsi (Buenos Aires Tetra / Diamond Spot Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Paraguay, Brazil and Uruguay (South America) is where Hyphessobrycon anisitsi makes its home in the wild. PH: 5.5 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Buones Aires Tetra is an active, lively, sociable fish; perfect for community tanks.  There is a dispute between [...]

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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 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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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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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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Hyphessobrycon bentosi (Bentos Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The creeks that offshoot the Amazon River and the upper Parana River basin, South America. PH: 6.6 – 7.8 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 3 – 12 dH Description: Your Bentos Tetra (Also known as White Tip Tetra, Ornate Tetra and False Rosy Tetra) will thrive in a shoal [...]

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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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Hyphessobrycon axelrodi (Calypso Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Calypso Tetra is endemic to the Central South American regions of Trinidad and Brazil.  They prefer to inhabit bodies of water that are clear, slightly turbid, and occasionally along swamp edges. PH: 5.5 – 6.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 23°C (73 – 74°F) Hardness: 5 – 8 dH Description: Reaching a [...]

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Hyphessobrycon auca

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon auca was discovered in 2004 in two ponds on a farm in San Juán Poriahú, Aregentina.  The San Juán Poriahú is located in the northwest of the Esteros del Iberá wetlands. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (73 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon auca [...]

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Hyphessobrycon arianae

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hyphessobrycon arianae is endemic to the Paraná River basin, South America. PH: 6 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 23 – 28°C (74 – 82°F) Hardness: 2 – 15 dH Description: Hyphessobrycon arianae will attain a maximum length of around 2.5cm. They are rare in the hobby and therefore information regarding specific behaviours and [...]

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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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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 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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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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Hemigrammus tridens

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: Some of the smallest of the Hemigrammus species, the Hemigrammus tridens will hit a length of 2cm.  The Hemigrammus [...]

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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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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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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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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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Hemigrammus silimoni

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Juruena River (off the Tapajós River) in Brazil, South America, is where Hemigrammus silimoni was discovered.  The river is wide and flat, with perfectly clear water and sand and rock substrate.  Hemigrammus silimoni prefer to dwell near the river banks where the current is slow. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: [...]

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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 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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Hemigrammus rhodostomus (Rummy Nose Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus rhodostomus is found in the lower Amazon River basin in Paraguay and Aripiranga, South America. PH: 5.0 – 6.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (73 – 81°F) Hardness: 5 – 12 dH Description: The Rummy Nose Tetra can be identified by its bright red nose.  It is elongated and slender, with [...]

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Hemigrammus pulcher (Pretty Tetra)

Family: Characidae Distribution: The Pretty Tetra can be found near Iquitos, Brazil and some places in the Peruvian Amazon, South America.  It prefers shaded areas of creeks, brooks and river bends. PH: 5.0 – 6.0 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (73 – 81°F) Hardness: 5 – 12 dH Description: Like the rest of the Hemigrammus [...]

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Hemigrammus pretoensis

Family: Characidae Distribution: The upper Solimões River basin region is the origin of Hemigrammus pretoensis. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: Hemigrammus pretoensis reaches 4.5cm.  It is not elongated, instead looking like it has a distended stomach. Hemigrammus species is usually peaceful and sociable.  They [...]

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Hemigrammus parana

Family: Characidae Distribution: Hemigrammus parana is found in Brazil, South America.  Specifically, the upper upper Paraná, the Grande, Paranaíba, and São Jose dos Dourados River systems. PH: 6.0 – 7.5 pH Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F) Hardness: 2-15 gdH Description: One of the smaller Hemigrammus species, Hemigrammus parana will only hit around 3cm.  [...]

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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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