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Bleeding Heart Tetra

Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma

Bleeding Heart Tetra (Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma) aquarium profile: minimum 30 gallon tank, 2.8 inch adult size, 74-80°F temperature range, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 6.

FlashyBeginner-friendly care
Bleeding Heart Tetra aquarium fish
30 galMinimum tank
2.8 inAdult size
6Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
5.5-7.5
GH
2-12 dGH
KH
1-8 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
0/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
1/5
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