Kitty Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon heliacus
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Bioload Score
1000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–27°C (72–80°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; prefers a diet of fine flake foods, small live and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
Ideal for community tanks with peaceful species, enjoys being in groups.
Good to Know
Kitty Tetras are celebrated for their peaceful nature and vibrant colors, adding lively activity to any aquarium.
Gender Differences
Females are slightly plumper than males.
Stock Kitty Tetra in Your Tank
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