Black Phantom Tetra Hyphessobrycon megalopterus
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Hyphessobrycon megalopterus
Origin region
South America (Paraguay, Bolivia)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
4.50
Minimum tank (L)
80
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
5.50–7.50
GH (dGH)
3.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South America (Paraguay, Bolivia)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer. Provide hiding for fry; very small first foods.
Notes
Dark shoulder patch with extended dorsal in males. Great for planted aquaria.