Hemigrammus ulreyi (Tetra Ulreyi, Belgian flag)

Hemigrammus ulreyi (Tetra Ulreyi, Belgian flag)

Description

It is a gregarious, peaceful fish suitable for the community aquarium. To make cohabit with small fish. Spacious and clear bins with a large free space to facilitate swimming, not too dense vegetation and an average current (caused by the filter). Species always in motion. Hardness: up to 10 ° DGH. It can be nourished with flakes, lyophilized foods and fine living food.

Hemigrammus ulreyi is a freshwater fish from South America. It is a very colorful fish, with red and yellow horizontal stripes on the body and a bright red caudal fin. Its size is generally about 4 centimeters long.

Hemigrammus ulreyi is a gregarious fish, which means that he likes to live in a group with other individuals of his species. He is very active and likes to swim permanently. Due to its small size, it is often considered an ideal aquarium fish for beginners.

The Hemigrammus ulreyi is omnivorous, which means that it feeds on both plants and small animals. In nature, it is mainly feeding on small insects, worms and crustaceans. In an aquarium, it can be nourished with pellets for aquarium fish, dried shrimps and lettuce leaves.

Hemigrammus ulreyi is a fish that requires a well -equipped aquarium. It needs a medium -sized aquarium with good filtration and a heating system to maintain water at a temperature of 22 to 28 degrees Celsius. He also needs a good amount of plants to hide and feel safe.

In conclusion, the Hemigrammus ulreyi is a colorful and active fish, ideal for beginners in aquarophilia. It needs a well -equipped aquarium and a varied diet to stay healthy.

Origin

  • Family : Characidae
  • Origin : Rio Paraguay, South America

Features

  • Adult size : 5 cm
  • Behaviour : Gregarious
  • Food : Omnivorous

Water

  • Water type : Freshwater, hot
  • Temperature : 23 - 27 °C
  • pH : 5,8 - 7,2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters) : 100

Dimorphism

The female is larger and more stocky.

Reproduction

Not yet successful?

Contribution

  • Created by : Amandine44680
  • Last update : 09/12/2022

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