Serpae Tetra Hyphessobrycon eques
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Hyphessobrycon eques
Origin region
South America (Amazon basin)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
4.50
Minimum tank (L)
60
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
5.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
3.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South America (Amazon basin)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Semi-aggressive
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer. Use breeding tank with plants or mesh to protect eggs.
Notes
Reddish body with black dorsal spot. Can nip fins if kept in small groups.