Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Black Phantom Tetra's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Black Phantom Tetra
Hyphessobrycon megalopterus
Where to buy
Compare prices from SA aquarium shops listing Black Phantom Tetra.
What Black Phantom Tetra costs in South Africa
8 price points from 3 shops over 90 days
R33
cheapest of 2 shops today
↤ R36med R40R45
Great price−17%Holding steady over the last 90 days
SA median R40 across 3 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Black Phantom Tetra is known for its smoky, translucent body and a prominent black patch edged in iridescent blue behind its gills. Males are particularly stunning, with long, flowing black fins they use for display. They are a peaceful shoaling fish that adds an element of dark elegance to an aquarium.
Key traits
peaceful
shoaling
community
small
easy
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Black Phantom Tetra healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 22–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Black Phantom Tetra is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Black Phantom Tetra is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Black Phantom Tetra vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R33–55 · Average: R42
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Often kept with
Real pairwise verdicts for Black Phantom Tetra, not a same-category guess. Always confirm adult size and your tank's specifics before buying.
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