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Red Rio
✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful, bright red schooling fish.
The Red Rio (Hyphessobrycon Flammeus) stands out with its fiery red color, especially towards the tail. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where its calm, graceful swimming behavior can be best appreciated.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±4 cm |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 pieces |
| 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 carefully 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 fish — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. A well-planted aquarium with sufficient open swimming space is best for this species.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and good to combine with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many specimens should I buy at least?
At least 6 pieces — 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 Red Rio is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.
Is this fish suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
