Hyphessobrycon bentosi rosaceus (Rosaceus, pink tetra)

Adult size4 cm
Temperature24 - 28 °C
pH5,8 - 7,5
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)50 L

Description

It is a gregarious fish, aistible suitable for the community aquarium. You need a bin planted around the edge, with a large free space to facilitate swimming. A dark floor brings out its colors. Apply a weak current. Filter on peat is preferable. Hardness: up to 20 ° DGH. It can be nourished with flakes, lyophilized foods and fine living food. (The species has no black spot behind the seamless).

Hyphessobrycon bentosi rosaceus fish is a tropical fish from South America. It is mainly found in rivers and lakes in the Andes region, where it lives in shallow waters and mainly feeds on invertebrates and small fish.

The Hyphessobrycon bentosi Rosaceus is a small fish, generally measuring between 3 and 4 centimeters in length. Its coloring is generally gray or brown with black spots distributed over the body, but its most distinctive characteristic is the red band which crosses its body right through. This red band can vary in intensity and color, ranging from pale pink to bright red.

The Hyphessobrycon bentosi Rosaceus is a peaceful and sociable fish, and it is often maintained in aquarium with other species of peaceful fish. It is particularly suitable for life in aquarium thanks to its small size and low requirement in terms of water quality. It is also appreciated for its beautiful coloring and its ease of reproduction in captivity.

Due to its beauty and ease of maintenance, the hyphessobrycon bentosi Rosaceus is a popular fish with aquarium enthusiasts, and it is also often used in trade. However, it is important to make sure to keep the fish in adequate conditions to guarantee their well-being and avoid any unnecessary stress.

In summary, the Hyphessobrycon bentosi Rosaceus is a small tropical fish, characterized by a distinctive red strip on the body. It is a peaceful and sociable fish, easy to keep in aquarium, and appreciated for its beautiful coloring and its ease of reproduction in captivity.

Origin

  • FamilyCharacidae
  • OriginGuyana, Lower Amazon, Rio Guaporé (Paraguay)

Characteristics

  • Adult size4 cm
  • BehaviourGregarious
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature24 - 28 °C
  • pH5,8 - 7,5
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)50 L

Dimorphism

The backbone is larger in the male which is more slender and also has more vivid colors than the female.

Reproduction

Listed among fine plants in a freshwater laying tank. After about 20 hours, the larvae hatch and from the fifth day, we start to see them swim freely. Feed them with very fine plankton and mikromin.

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