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Black Spot Tetra Aquarium Care Guide

Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus

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Keeping Black Spot Tetra in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: beginner
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 60L
  • Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals.
  • Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. Subdued lighting and dark substrate can enhance coloration. Provide plenty of hiding spots among plants and driftwood.

Water parameters

Temperature
22-26°C
pH level
5.5-7.5
Hardness
2-15 dGH

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