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Hyphessobrycon amandae, commonly known as the Ember Tetra, is a small, vibrant freshwater fish belonging to the family Characidae. It is highly prized in the aquarium hobby for its striking orange-red coloration and peaceful schooling behavior. This species is characterized by its diminutive size, typically not exceeding 2.5 cm (1 inch) in total length, making it an ideal inhabitant for nano aquariums. Its scientific name honors Amanda Bleher, the daughter of the renowned ichthyologist and explorer Heiko Bleher, who first collected this species.
Cechy fizyczne
- Kształt ciała
- compressed
- Ubarwienie
- The body is predominantly a brilliant, translucent orange to fiery red, intensifying with good health and appropriate water conditions. The fins are typically clear or faintly tinted with the body color. Some individuals may exhibit a subtle, darker horizontal stripe along the lateral line, though this is often indistinct.
- Rodzaj łusek
- cycloid
- Ułożenie pyska
- terminal
- Cechy charakterystyczne
- Small size (up to 2.5 cm), Intense orange-red body coloration, Absence of prominent dark spots or stripes (unlike many other Hyphessobrycon species)
- Płetwa grzbietowa
- Single, relatively small, typically clear or slightly orange-tinted.
- Płetwa ogonowa
- Forked, clear or faintly orange-tinted.
- Płetwa piersiowa
- Small, clear, positioned ventrally.
- Charakterystyczne płetwy
- Adipose fin present, characteristic of Characidae, small and translucent.
Wskazówki dotyczące identyfikacji
Size
Its exceptionally small adult size (around 2.5 cm) is a key identifier, distinguishing it from many larger tetra species.
Coloration
The uniform, intense orange-red body color without prominent dark markings is highly characteristic. Other red tetras often have distinct black spots or fin markings.
Fin Structure
The presence of a small adipose fin confirms its classification within the Characidae family, while the overall fin shape and coloration are consistent with the species.
Schooling Behavior
Observing its tight schooling behavior in a group can also aid in identification, as this is a strong species characteristic.
Siedlisko
- Rodzaj wody
- freshwater
- Głębokość
- Shallow to moderate depths, typically in the upper to mid-water column.
- Środowisko
- Found in slow-moving tributaries, oxbow lakes, and flooded forest areas of the Araguaia River basin. These environments are typically characterized by clear to blackwater conditions, dense aquatic vegetation, submerged roots, and leaf litter, providing ample cover and a rich food source. The water is often soft and acidic.
- Zasięg geograficzny
- Endemic to the Araguaia River basin in Brazil, specifically in the state of Mato Grosso. Its distribution is relatively restricted to this region.
Informacje o akwarium
- Poziom trudności hodowli: beginner
- Temperament: peaceful
- Dieta: omnivore
- Minimalny rozmiar akwarium: 38 liters (10 gallons)
- Temperatura: 22-28°C (72-82°F)
- Poziom pH: 5.5-7.0
- Twardość wody: 5-15 dGH
- Kompatybilność: Excellent for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish such as other tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, corydoras, and otocinclus. Avoid housing with large or aggressive species that may prey on them.
- Wymagania specjalne: Requires a well-planted aquarium with subdued lighting and dark substrate to bring out their best coloration. They are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 8-10 individuals to thrive and exhibit natural behaviors. Good water quality with regular partial water changes is essential.
Informacje ze środowiska naturalnego
- Status ochrony: least concern
- Sezonowość: Not applicable for wild harvest; continuously available through aquaculture.
- Cena rynkowa: Low to moderate (per fish)
- Znaczenie handlowe: medium
- Smak: Not applicable
- Konsystencja: Not applicable
- Wartość odżywcza: Not applicable
Kluczowe fakty
Nano Fishinteresting
The Ember Tetra is one of the smallest species of tetra, making it a popular choice for nano aquariums.
Schooling Behaviorbehavior
They are obligate schooling fish, meaning they feel most secure and display their best colors when kept in large groups.
Color Intensityamazing
Their vibrant orange-red coloration intensifies significantly when kept in a well-planted tank with dark substrate and appropriate water parameters.
Discoveryinteresting
This species was named in honor of Amanda Bleher, the daughter of the famous ichthyologist Heiko Bleher, who discovered it.
Informacje o bezpieczeństwie
Bezpieczna- Poziom bezpieczeństwa: safe
- Jadowita: Nie
- Jadalność: not recommended
- Uwagi dotyczące obchodzenia się: Hyphessobrycon amandae is a small, delicate fish. Handle with care using a fine-mesh net to avoid injury. They are not venomous and pose no threat to humans.
Podobne gatunki
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
Neon Tetras have a prominent iridescent blue stripe and a red stripe that extends only halfway along the body, whereas Ember Tetras are uniformly orange-red without distinct stripes.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Cardinal Tetras have a full-length iridescent blue stripe and a full-length red stripe below it, making them visually distinct from the solid orange-red of the Ember Tetra.
Flame Tetra
Hyphessobrycon flammeus
Flame Tetras are generally larger, have a more silvery body with red fins, and often display two distinct dark vertical bars behind the gill plate, which are absent in Ember Tetras.
Red Phantom Tetra
Hyphessobrycon sweglesi
Red Phantom Tetras are larger, possess a distinct black spot behind the gill cover, and have elongated dorsal and anal fins in males, features not present in H. amandae.
Klasyfikacja naukowa
- Królestwo
- Animalia
- Typ
- Chordata
- Klasa
- Actinopterygii
- Rząd
- Characiformes
- Rodzina
- Characidae
- Rodzaj
- Hyphessobrycon
- Gatunek
- Hyphessobrycon amandae
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