Species name: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma
Synonym: Hemigrammus erythrostigma
Common name: Bleeding Heart Tetra
Maximum size: 6 cm / 2.5 inches
Origin: Amazon basin
Company: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma (Bleeding Heart Tetra) is suitable for community aquariums.
Water parameters: Temperature 22-28ºC / 72-82ºF; pH 6.0 - 7.2
Aquarium setup: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma (Bleeding Heart Tetra) should be kept in aquarium with densely planted back and sides and plenty of open space in the center of the aquarium tank. This species prefers a well lit aquarium. They should always be kept in schools 0f 10 individuals or more.
Feeding: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma (Bleeding Heart Tetra) accepts most food including flake food. Vegetable food should be a large part of their diet.
Breeding: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma (Bleeding Heart Tetra) can be breed in aquarium. Remove the pair once the breeding is concluded since they will eat their own eggs. The fry eat baby brine shrimps.
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