Flame Tetra

TheFlameTetra, also known as the Von-Rio Tetra, Fire Tetra, Red Tetra and Orange Tetra,is aspecies of the Tetra family that is peaceful and hardy. It is great for beginners. The flame tetra is a shoaling speciesthat enjoys a planted aquarium in groups of 6 or more. It is an active tetra best suited to community aquariums with similarly sized peaceful community fish.

Native toSouth America and found in coastal rivers of Brazil.

Features ofFlameTetra’s:

• Silver deep set body with red to orange anal fins with colour blending up the body
• Males a slightly smaller & brighter than females
• Best kept in groups of 6 or more
• Energetic and active swimmers
• Care level: Beginner
• Grows up to 4cm

The Best Aquarium Size for FlameTetra’s:

The minimum tank size for a small group of FlameTetrais 75L. The Flame Tetrawill occupy the top to middle water column in the aquarium. They are active swimmers so if keeper a group larger than 6, opt for a larger aquarium.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

The FlameTetrais a shoaling fishand should be kept in schools of 6 or more.This species does well with other similarly sized and peaceful community fish.

Great tank mates for FlameTetrainclude:

• Cardinal Tetra
• Neon Tetra
• Cherry Shrimp
• Ember Tetra

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Flame Tetra Diet:

Flame Tetra are omnivores that require a high protein diet.It should be a varied diet for optimal health. They will acceptflakesandpellets,and their diet should be supplemented with spirulina,blackworms, bloodworms,brine shrimp, and daphnia.

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Flame TetraFish Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Naturally found in slow moving streams, mimic the Flame Tetra’snatural environment by using a good aquarium filter that wont create strong water movements. Hang on filters and canister filters are great options to promote water flow and remove waste and debris for a clean aquarium. They are a hardy & active species but enjoy stable and clean waters.

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Aquatic Plants forFlame Tetra’s

The Flame Tetrais naturally found in clear to black waters, heavily vegetated with plenty of driftwood.It provides shade & spaces to hide to ensure happy fish. The following live aquatic plants will do best in low light aquariums.

• Christmas Moss
• Java Moss
• Java Fern
• Amazon Sword
• Anubias

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Tank Decorations for Flame Tetra’s

Flame Tetraenjoy black water aquariums andsoft acidic water.The colour of fish are enhanced when conditions are ideal and fish are less stressed. Add driftwood and natural decorations that release tannins to mimic their natural environment.

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Substrate for Flame Tetra’s

Dark coloured substrates enhance the colour of the fish and help lower light levels, reducing stress. They prefer sandy substrates.

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