Bleeding Blue Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon margitae
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 4.0 cm / 1.6"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (74–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; eats a variety of flake, frozen, and live foods.
Community Compatibility
A colorful addition to any community tank with similar-sized peaceful fish.
Good to Know
The Bleeding Blue Tetra is admired for its vibrant blue color and the distinct red patch near its gills, resembling a bleeding wound.
Gender Differences
Males tend to show brighter blue and red colors during breeding.
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