✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful schooling fish, suitable for community aquariums.

The Bleeding Heart Tetra (Hyphessobrycon Erythrostigma) gets its name from the distinctive red spot on its flank, reminiscent of a bloodstain. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where its calm, graceful swimming behavior truly shines.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & Warranty

• Only available for pickup at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to carefully inspect the fish at the store when picking up
• When picking up, feel free to ask for advice on care or the composition of your aquarium

✂️ Care

Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. As an egg scatterer, this tetra disperses its eggs loosely among plants, with no further parental care. A well-planted aquarium with plenty of open swimming space is ideal for this species.

🐠 Combination Tip

Peaceful and suitable for combining with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many Bleeding Heart Tetras should I buy at minimum?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels insecure in groups that are too small, which can cause stress.

Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Bleeding Heart Tetra is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.

What is the breeding behavior of this fish?
This tetra is an egg scatterer — the eggs are dispersed loosely among plants, with no further parental care.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.