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Bleeding Blue Tetra

Bleeding Blue Tetra

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The Bleeding Blue Tetra is a vivid, peaceful fish that adds a pop of color to any community aquarium. With its unique red "bleeding heart" spot and preference for soft, slightly acidic water, this tetra is an ideal choice for beginner to intermediate aquarists. Achieve successful breeding with proper care and a specialized tank. It is very easy to determine the gender of this species since the males have red fins while the females do not.

Distribution

 Native to Peru, particularly found in freshwater streams and rivers in the Amazon Basin.

Maximum size

 2.5 inches

Minimum group size

6+
Temperature (°F) 72-82
Water Parameters pH: 5.0-7.5  GH: 5-15
Tank Mates  Peaceful species such as other small tetras, dwarf cichlids, rasboras, and small catfish.
Recommended tank size   15 gallons
Diet Omnivorous, with a preference for flakes, pellets, live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia.
Temperament Peaceful
Care level  Easy - Intermediate

 

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