Strawberry Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon amandae
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Bioload Score
760
PeacefulEasy
- Max Size
- 2 cm / 0.8"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (73–82°F)
- pH Range
- 5.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 38L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivore that eats tiny invertebrates, zooplankton, algae and fine prepared foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include other peaceful small tetras, rasboras, small Corydoras, Otocinclus and other gentle nano-community fish.
Good to Know
Hyphessobrycon amandae is commonly called the Ember Tetra because its glowing orange-red colour resembles a tiny ember.
Gender Differences
Females are generally rounder and deeper-bodied, while males are slimmer and often display more intense red-orange colouration.
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