Hyphessobrycon callistus (Ruby of Paraguay)

Very similar to his close cousin (H. Serpae), he has a high and narrow body with the bright red dress decorated with some brown reflections. The belly is clearer, a stain in the shape of a comma is emerging on the side. The dorsal is black with the base of the first red rays. The ventral, pectoral, anal and caudal fins are sustained red. Little demanding, it is however preferable to maintain a bench from eight to twelve individuals and to vary food (living, frozen and flakes).

The Hyphessobrycon Callistus is a freshwater fish belonging to the Characidae family. He is from rivers and streams in the Amazon region in South America. The Hyphessobrycon Callistus is a small fish, generally measuring between 3 and 4 cm in length. Her dress is generally gray-blue in color, with black marks on the head and back. Its fins are transparent and its caudal fin is generally tinged with red.

The Hyphessobrycon Callistus is a very peaceful and sociable fish, making it an excellent choice for community aquariums. It is also relatively easy to maintain in aquarium, since it has no particular needs for water or food. It feeds mainly on small crustaceans and aquatic insects, but it can also eat pellets for aquarium fish.

The Hyphessobrycon Callistus is a fish that likes to live in a group, so it is recommended to raise it with other fish of the same species or the same size. He likes to hide in the plants and rocks of the aquarium, and maybe a little shy with the other fish if he is not given enough shelters.

In conclusion, the hyphessobrycon Callistus is a peaceful freshwater fish and easy to maintain in aquarium, which is suitable for community aquariums. Her gray-blue dress and black brands make it an attractive fish, while his sociable behavior makes it an excellent companion for other aquarium fish.

The body of males is more slender and the dorsal fin is more developed. The dress is more intense red. The belly of the females is more rounded, especially in periods of Frai.

A dozen liter bin embellished with a large tuft of java foam. pH between 6 and 6.5, temperature at 26 ° C, with low minerality (Th 10 ° F). Introduce a couple. The laying finish, you have to remove the parents and obscure the tank. Add a few drops of methylene blue to prevent mold from mold (about 2 drops for 10 liters). Eclosion between 24 and 36 hours and free swimming around 4 days. Starting food: Plankton de Mare, artemias, rotifers. Growth is fast.