Reed Tetra
Reed Tetra Care Guide
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon elachys
Common Name: Reed Tetra
Tank Size
- Minimum: 20 gallons for a small group.
- Reed Tetras do well in schools of 6 or more and are small in size.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Moderate filtration, with regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality flakes or pellets, along with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms), and occasional vegetables (e.g., peas, spinach).
- Feeding: Once or twice a day, offering small portions they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Corydoras, and Guppies. Avoid larger or aggressive species.
Behavior
- Active and peaceful, best kept in schools for comfort and natural behavior.
Reed Tetra Care Guide
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon elachys
Common Name: Reed Tetra
Tank Size
- Minimum: 20 gallons for a small group.
- Reed Tetras do well in schools of 6 or more and are small in size.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Moderate filtration, with regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality flakes or pellets, along with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms), and occasional vegetables (e.g., peas, spinach).
- Feeding: Once or twice a day, offering small portions they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Corydoras, and Guppies. Avoid larger or aggressive species.
Behavior
- Active and peaceful, best kept in schools for comfort and natural behavior.
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1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
Reed Tetra
Reed Tetra Care Guide
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon elachys
Common Name: Reed Tetra
Tank Size
- Minimum: 20 gallons for a small group.
- Reed Tetras do well in schools of 6 or more and are small in size.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Moderate filtration, with regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality flakes or pellets, along with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms), and occasional vegetables (e.g., peas, spinach).
- Feeding: Once or twice a day, offering small portions they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Corydoras, and Guppies. Avoid larger or aggressive species.
Behavior
- Active and peaceful, best kept in schools for comfort and natural behavior.
Reed Tetra Care Guide
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon elachys
Common Name: Reed Tetra
Tank Size
- Minimum: 20 gallons for a small group.
- Reed Tetras do well in schools of 6 or more and are small in size.
Water Parameters
- Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Hardness: 4-12 dGH (moderately hard)
- Filtration: Moderate filtration, with regular water changes (20-30% weekly).
Diet
- Omnivorous: Feed high-quality flakes or pellets, along with live or frozen foods (e.g., brine shrimp, bloodworms), and occasional vegetables (e.g., peas, spinach).
- Feeding: Once or twice a day, offering small portions they can consume in 2-3 minutes.
Tankmates
- Peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Corydoras, and Guppies. Avoid larger or aggressive species.
Behavior
- Active and peaceful, best kept in schools for comfort and natural behavior.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
1-2 Day Shipping.
ALL LIVESTOCK orders will only be packed up and shipped Monday-Tuesday.
ALL LIVESTOCK purchases are non-returnable.
Please refer to our FAQ page for any other questions related to this subject.
