Hyphessobrycon bentosi
Temperature
23° - 27 °C
Max size
5 cm
Min tank
75 L
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A rosy tetra with extended white-tipped fins, most striking in mature males sparring without harm. Softly acidic water and dark substrate deepen the pink considerably.
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Everything you need to keep Ornate Tetra healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 75L aquarium suits Ornate Tetra. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 23–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Ornate Tetra is omnivore — flake, frozen. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Ornate Tetra is generally peaceful shoaler. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful shoaler tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Ornate Tetra vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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