Yellow Phantom Tetra - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Yellow Phantom Tetra

Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon roseus

Description: A small, attractive tetra with a translucent golden-yellow body, a distinctive dark shoulder spot and delicate fins that may show reddish colouring. Peaceful and sociable, these fish display their best colours when settled in a planted aquarium with a good-sized shoal.

Origin: South America; coastal river systems in Suriname, French Guiana and northern Brazil.

pH: Approximately 5.5–7.0; prefers soft, slightly acidic water.

Temperature: Around 23–27°C.

Adult Size: Approximately 2–3 cm.

Lifespan: Approximately 3–5 years with good care.

Food: Omnivorous. Feed finely crushed tropical flakes or micro pellets, supplemented with suitably small frozen or live foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia and cyclops.

Compatibility: Suitable with small, peaceful community fish such as other small tetras, rasboras, pencilfish and smaller Corydoras. Keep in groups of at least eight, preferably ten or more. Avoid large, aggressive or boisterous fish that may intimidate them or compete strongly for food.

Habitat: Provide an established freshwater aquarium with planted areas, driftwood, shaded retreats and open swimming space. A sandy substrate, floating plants and optional aquarium-safe leaf litter help create a natural setting. Maintain gentle filtration, stable water conditions and regular partial water changes.