Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis (Lemon tetra)

Hyphessobrycon pulchrinis fish, more commonly known as hyphessobrycon or "emerald tetra", is a small aquarium fish from South America. It is a popular species with aquariophiles because of its brilliant color and its great ease of maintenance. The Hyphessobrycon measures approximately 4 centimeters long and has an elongated and compressed body, with a bifurcated caudal fin and well developed dorsal, anal and pelvic fins. Its color is generally shiny emerald green, with black spots on the fins and the back. Hyphessobrycon is a gregarious and peaceful fish, which can be heard well with other species of small aquarium fish. It is generally maintained in an aquarium planted with soft leaf plants and roots to hide, as well as a layer of sand or gravel at the bottom of the aquarium to facilitate digestion. Hyphessobrycon feeds mainly on living and frozen food, such as artemias and daphnia, but it can also eat pellets and fish food tablets. It is important to maintain clean aquarium water by regularly making water changes and using a filter to remove waste and bacteria. In general, hyphessobrycon is a robust and easy -to -maintain fish, making it an ideal choice for beginners aquariophiles.