Hyphessobrycon columbianus

Fish Species

Colombian Tetra

Hyphessobrycon columbianus

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About

A robust blue-silver tetra with vivid red fins. It is active and best kept in a larger school with similarly energetic community fish.

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Classification

Scientific Name

Hyphessobrycon columbianus

Origin Region

Colombia

Water Type

freshwater

Diet

Omnivore

Care Difficulty

Beginner

Max Size

7 cm | 2.8 in

Water Requirements
South American Rivers

Temperature

24–29°C

pH

6.5–7.5

GH Hardness

4–10dGH

KH Alkalinity

3–6dKH

Min Tank Size

90L