Rummynose Tetra

General

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• Geographic Origin:
  • Argentina
  • Brazil
  • Colombia
  • Peru
• Latin Name: Hemigrammus rhodostomus
• Other Names & Variants:
  • Hemigrammus rhodostomus

Characteristics

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• Colors: Black , Orange , Red , Silver , White
• Lifespan: 5.5 - 8.0 years
• Average Size: 2.0 inches
• Temperament: Communal
• Breeding Style: Eggs
• Substrate Preference: Sand
• Swim Zone: Middle

Foods

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The following foods are recommended for Rummynose Tetra.

• Blanched Vegetables
• Bloodworms (frozen)
• Bloodworms (live)
• Brine Shrimp (frozen)
• Brine Shrimp (live)
• Daphnia (freeze-dried)
• Daphnia (frozen)
• Daphnia (live)
• Flakes
• Pellets

Water Parameters

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Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

• Water Flow Preference: Slow
• pH: 5.73 - 7.1
• Temperature: 73.67°F - 84.0°F

Tank Mates

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Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.

The Rummynose Tetra is best kept in groups of 8.

• Apistogramma - Orange Flash
• German Blue Rams
• Gold Tetra
• Honey Gourami
• Orange Head Rams
• Sterbai Corydora
• Vampire Shrimp

References and Additional Information

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• Aquarium Co-Op - Care Guide for Rummy-Nose Tetras
• Fishtankadvisor - Rummy Nose Tetra: Full Guide (with Setup, Mates & Breeding)
• Fishkeeping World - Rummy Nose Tetra Care Guide & Species Profile