Elachys Tetra (Hyphessobrycon elachys)
Hyphessobrycon elachys
Origin: Paraguay, Argentina (upper Paraná drainage)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 2.5 cm
- Min Tank
- 40 L
- Lifespan
- 2-4
- Swimming Level
- middle
- Schooling
- Yes (10–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Peaceful; excellent nano community fish
About
Hyphessobrycon elachys is a diminutive, rarely imported tetra from the upper Paraná drainage of Paraguay and Argentina. The fish displays a subtle but attractive silver body with a faint lateral stripe and red-tinted fins. A wonderful choice for species-focused nano planted setups where its small size can be fully appreciated.
Care Guide
Keep in groups of 10+ in a nano planted aquarium. Soft to moderately hard, neutral water acceptable. Feed micro-pellets, daphnia, artemia nauplii, and small flake. Peaceful with all similarly-sized fish. A rarely seen and charming micro tetra for the planted nano enthusiast.
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