Yellow Phantom Salmon
✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful, colorful schooling fish for the community aquarium.
The Yellow Phantom Tetra (Hyphessobrycon Roseus) is a pale yellow/pink colored tetra that looks most beautiful when kept in a good school. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where its calm swimming behavior truly shines.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±3 cm |
| Temperature | 23–27°C |
| pH | 6.0–6.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Carnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 individuals |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Pickup & Guarantee
- Available for pickup only at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal will not be shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon pickup
- Upon pickup, feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. A well-planted aquarium with sufficient open swimming space best suits this species.
🐠 Combination Tip
Peaceful and easily combined with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many individuals should I buy at minimum?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels unsafe in groups that are too small, which can cause stress.
Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Yellow Phantom Tetra is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.
What does this fish eat?
Small carnivorous food such as fine granules and live or frozen food.
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.
