Costello Tetra Care Guide
Hemigrammus hyanuary
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 4.5 cm / 1.8"
- Temperature
- 23–27°C (74–80°F)
- pH Range
- 5.5 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Costello Tetras enjoy a varied diet including flakes and live foods.
Community Compatibility
A peaceful community tank resident.
Good to Know
Costello Tetras are named for their vibrant colors that peak during the 'hyanuary' month in their native habitat.
Gender Differences
Females are slightly plumper than males.
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