Bleeding Heart Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma
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Bioload Score
800
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.0 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 37L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, livebearers, and small catfish. Avoid keeping them with fin-nipping or aggressive species. Provide ample hiding spots and open swimming areas.
Good to Know
Bleeding Heart Tetras are generally peaceful but can become nippy towards long-finned or slow-moving fish.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller and more brightly colored, especially during breeding. Females are larger and may have a rounder abdomen when carrying eggs.
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