Colombia Tetra
✅ Level: Easy — a vibrant red, active tetra for the community aquarium.
The Colombian Tetra (Hyphessobrycon Columbianus) is a beautiful tetra with an intense, red-orange coloration. Active, peaceful, and a bright color accent for any planted community aquarium.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±7 cm |
| Temperature | 20–28°C |
| pH | 5.0–7.0 |
| Min. tank length | 100 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 pcs |
| Breeding behavior | Egg-scatterer |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Collection & guarantee
- Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store when collecting
- Feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup when collecting
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 in a spacious aquarium of at least 100 cm. Feed fine flake food or micro-pellets, supplemented with small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums, together with other calm schooling fish, shrimp, and corydoras.
❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum number of specimens I should buy?
At least 6 pieces — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
What is the minimum aquarium size?
At least 100 cm — this active swimmer needs sufficient space.
Is this fish suitable for beginners?
Yes, provided the aquarium is already well-cycled and the school is large enough.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
