Hemigrammus caudovittatus / Hyphessobryc (Diamond tetra)

The body is slightly compressed laterally. The back is vaulted. Bluish black spot along the caudal pedicle extending horizontally on the sides. The fins are strongly tinged with red, especially the caudal. Branch the fins of the long fins fish.

The Hemigrammus Caudovittatus fish, also known as the Hyphessobrycon Caudovittatus or Hyphessobryc Caudovittatus, is a freshwater fish commonly known as firewall. It belongs to the Characidae family, which includes around 1,200 species of fish. The Hemigrammus caudovittatus is native to South America, where it lives in the slow waters of rivers and lakes.

This fish has an elongated oval shape, with a sail-shaped tail which gives it its name of firefighters. Its color is generally brown or gray, with patterns of points and scratches on the body. The firefighters can reach a maximum length of about 5 cm, although most specimens do not exceed 3 cm.

Featured fish is a very sociable animal and likes to live in a group. In nature, it is mainly feeding on plants and invertebrates, such as insects and crustaceans. In captivity, it can be nourished with special pellets for aquarium fish and lively or frozen foods, such as artemias, daphnia and myes.

The Hemigrammus caudovittatus is a very easy -to -keep fish in aquarium, making it an excellent option for beginners. He needs an aquarium of at least 20 liters with an adequate filter and lighting. Features also need a sand or gravel substrate to widen a shelter, as well as plants and roots to hide and feel safe.

Due to its small size and ease of maintenance, firefighters is a popular animal in domestic aquariums. It is also often used in public aquariums to create colorful and lively habitats. Although Hemigrammus caudovittatus is not considered a threatened species, it is important to respect the rules of trade and protection of animal species to preserve its population in nature.

The male fins are red or bright yellow in color, the female is more round.