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The Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish belonging to the Characidae family. It is highly valued in the aquarium trade for its distinctive iridescent orange-red stripe that runs horizontally along its body, resembling a glowing filament. This species is known for its schooling behavior and relatively easy care, making it a popular choice for community aquariums.
Caratteristiche fisiche
- Forma del corpo
- elongated
- Colorazione
- Translucent, silvery-pink body with a prominent, iridescent orange-red stripe extending from the snout through the eye to the base of the caudal fin. The fins are generally clear, sometimes with a faint reddish tint, especially the adipose fin.
- Tipo di squame
- cycloid
- Posizione della bocca
- terminal
- Caratteristiche distintive
- Bright, iridescent orange-red lateral stripe, Small, slender body, Adipose fin present
- Pinna dorsale
- Single, relatively small dorsal fin, typically clear.
- Pinna caudale
- Forked caudal fin, clear or faintly reddish.
- Pinna pettorale
- Small, clear pectoral fins.
- Pinne distintive
- Adipose fin present, characteristic of Characidae.
Consigli per l'identificazione
Lateral Stripe
The most defining feature is the vivid, glowing orange-red stripe running horizontally from the snout to the tail. This stripe is typically brighter and more defined than in similar species.
Body Shape and Size
Slender, elongated body, reaching an average adult size of 3.5-4.5 cm (1.4-1.8 inches). This size helps distinguish it from larger or more robust tetra species.
Fin Coloration
Fins are generally clear, lacking the prominent color markings seen in some other tetras, though a faint reddish hue may be present, especially on the adipose fin.
Habitat
- Tipo di acqua
- freshwater
- Profondità
- Typically found in shallow, slow-moving waters.
- Ambiente
- Native to blackwater and clearwater streams, rivers, and tributaries, often associated with dense vegetation and submerged roots. Prefers areas with leaf litter and moderate current.
- Areale geografico
- South America, specifically the Essequibo River basin in Guyana.
Informazioni sull'acquario
- Livello di cura: beginner
- Temperamento: peaceful
- Dieta: omnivore
- Dimensione minima della vasca: 60 liters (15 gallons) for a small school
- Temperatura: 22-28 °C (72-82 °F)
- Livello di pH: 5.5-7.5
- Durezza: 2-15 dGH
- Compatibilità: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as other small tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid housing with large or aggressive species that may prey on them.
- Requisiti speciali: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Prefers subdued lighting and a dark substrate to enhance its coloration. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural schooling behavior.
Informazioni in natura
- Stato di conservazione: least concern
- Stagionalità: Breeds year-round in suitable conditions, with peak activity often influenced by rainfall patterns in its natural habitat.
- Prezzo di mercato: Low to moderate for individual fish, higher for breeding pairs or large schools.
- Importanza commerciale: medium
- Sapore: Not typically consumed due to small size.
- Consistenza: Not typically consumed due to small size.
- Valore nutrizionale: Not typically consumed due to small size.
Fatti chiave
Glowing Stripeinteresting
The common name 'Glowlight Tetra' comes from the iridescent orange-red stripe that appears to glow, especially under certain lighting conditions.
Schooling Behaviorbehavior
Hemigrammus erythrozonus is a highly social species that thrives in groups. Keeping them in schools of at least six individuals reduces stress and enhances their natural behaviors and coloration.
Habitat Mimicrybehavior
In aquariums, providing a dark substrate and dense planting mimics their natural blackwater or clearwater habitats, which helps to bring out their vibrant colors.
Longevityinteresting
With proper care, Glowlight Tetras can live for 3-5 years in an aquarium setting, making them a relatively long-lived small tetra.
Informazioni di sicurezza
Sicuro- Livello di sicurezza: safe
- Velenoso: No
- Commestibilità: not recommended
- Note sul maneggio: No specific handling precautions are required beyond standard fish care. They are delicate due to their small size and should be handled gently with a fine-mesh net.
Specie simili
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
Neon Tetras have a blue-green iridescent stripe above a red stripe that extends only from the middle of the body to the caudal fin. The Glowlight Tetra's stripe is orange-red and runs the entire length of the body.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Cardinal Tetras have a full red stripe extending from the snout to the tail, with a blue-green stripe above it. The Glowlight Tetra's stripe is distinctly orange-red and lacks the prominent blue-green stripe of the Cardinal Tetra.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Ember Tetras are smaller and have an overall orange to reddish body coloration, but lack the distinct, bright lateral stripe of the Glowlight Tetra. Their coloration is more diffuse.
Classificazione scientifica
- Regno
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Classe
- Actinopterygii
- Ordine
- Characiformes
- Famiglia
- Characidae
- Genere
- Hemigrammus
- Specie
- erythrozonus
Esplora Glowlight Tetra
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