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Hyphessobrycon vilmae

Red Phantom Tetra
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
7–7
dGH
1–12 ppm
Size
3 cm
Tank
60 L
Hyphessobrycon vilmae is a stunning schooling fish known for its vibrant red coloration and peaceful demeanor. It's a popular choice for community aquariums due to its compatibility with other peaceful fish species. ### Housing and Care Recommendations: - **Tank Setup**: Dense planting, open swimming spaces, subdued lighting, and dark substrates to mimic its natural habitat. - **Feeding**: Omnivorous by nature. Offer a varied diet including quality flake foods, brine shrimp, and bloodworms. - **Behavior**: Known for its schooling habits, it does best in groups of at least six or more. This promotes natural behavior and minimizes stress. - **Tank Mates**: Other small, non-aggressive fish such as Rasboras, Corydoras, and smaller Loricariids.

Water parameters

Hardness
1–12 ppm
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
7–7

Tank & size

Fish size
3 cm
Tank length
45 cm
Tank volume
60 L

Distribution

Brazil.