Lemon Tetra
Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis
Water Parameters
About
Hardy and attractive tetra with a translucent lemon-yellow body and striking red eyes. Ideal for planted community tanks.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and gregarious, it swims actively in the midwater. Males display more intense colors when in a group.
Feeding
Omnivore. Accepts flakes, pellets, micro-pellets and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
Breeding
Oviparous, egg‑scatterer. Spawns in soft, acidic water at elevated temperature. The parents do not care for the eggs.
Care Notes
Prefers well-planted tanks with shaded areas. Coloration improves with a varied diet and slightly acidic water.
Compatibility
Excellent community fish. Compatible with other tetras, corydoras, rasboras, and similarly sized peaceful fish.
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis |
|---|---|
| Family | Characidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 4.5 cm (1.8") |
| Min Tank | 60 L (16 gal) |
| Min Group | 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore. Accepts flakes, pellets, micro-pellets and live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia. |
| Temperament | Peaceful and gregarious, it swims actively in the midwater. Males display more intense colors when in a group. |
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