Dit product is enkel af te halen in onze winkel.
Black Phantom Salmon
✅ Level: Easy — a graceful, peaceful schooling fish with a striking black fin.
The Black Phantom Tetra (Hyphessobrycon Megalopterus) is a graceful fish with striking black dorsal and anal fins. Males are darker in color, while females can be distinguished by their lighter color and red lower fin.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±5 cm |
| Temperature | 20–27°C |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Min. tank length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 pieces |
| 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 composition when collecting
✂️ 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 plenty of open swimming space is best suited for this species.
🐠 Combination Tip
Peaceful and can be well combined with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I tell the difference between male and female?
Males are darker in color, while females are lighter and have a red lower fin.
How many 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 Black Phantom Tetra is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
