Flame Tetra - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Flame Tetra- Instore pick up only

Scientific Name:Hyphessobrycon flammeus

Description: A colourful, peaceful schooling tetra featuring a silvery front half, fiery orange-red rear body and two dark vertical markings behind the gills. Its colours show best when settled in a planted aquarium with a comfortable-sized group.

Origin: South America, particularly coastal streams and waterways in southeastern Brazil, including Rio de Janeiro.

pH: Approximately 6.0–7.5

Temperature: Around 22–26°C

Adult Size: Approximately 3–4 cm

Lifespan: Around 3–5 years with good care.

Food: High-quality fine flakes or micro pellets, supplemented with frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia and other small aquatic foods.

Compatibility: Generally peaceful and suitable for community aquariums with small tetras, rasboras, peaceful pencilfish and Corydoras. Keep in groups of at least 8–10 to encourage confidence and natural behaviour. Avoid large, aggressive or predatory tank mates.

Habitat: An established, well-filtered aquarium with plants, driftwood, shaded areas and open swimming space. Prefers gentle water movement and stable water conditions. Dark substrate and floating plants help it feel secure.