Rosy Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon rosaceus
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Bioload Score
700
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 37L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- 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 other small tetras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, small catfish, and peaceful shrimp species. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller and more brightly colored compared to females.
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