Fire Ant Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon myrmex
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 3.5 cm / 1.4"
- 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
- Brazil
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; consumes a balanced diet of flake foods, small pellets, and live foods.
Community Compatibility
Perfect for community tanks with other small, peaceful species, requiring gentle care.
Good to Know
The Fire Ant Tetra is known for its fiery red coloring, which illuminates the tank like flickering flames, making it a vibrant choice for any aquarist.
Gender Differences
Males are more vibrantly colored and slightly smaller than females.
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