False Rummynose Care Guide
Petitella georgiae
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 5.5 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; readily accepts high-quality flake foods, small live, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for community tanks with peaceful fish preferring similar water conditions.
Good to Know
False Rummynose, similar to the true Rummynose Tetra, are prized for their schooling behavior and striking red noses.
Gender Differences
Females are fuller bodied; males have more intense red coloration.
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