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Flame Tetra (Hyphessobrycon flammeus)
22–28°C · pH 5.5–7.5 · 60L
£3.99
A peaceful, active South American characin with a distinctive sword-like tail extension and lively schooling behavior. Moderate care, peaceful. 22-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Corynopoma riisei
Swordtail Characin are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour. Larger shoals stay calmer, eat better, and look stunning.
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A peaceful, active South American characin with a distinctive sword-like tail extension and lively schooling behavior. Moderate care, peaceful. 22-28C, pH 6.0-7.5.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
The small tropical fish tank, scientifically known as Corynopoma riisei, a peaceful, active south american characin with a distinctive sword-like tail extension and lively schooling behavior.. Corynopoma is a monospecific genus of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Stevardiidae. The only species in the genus is Corynopoma riisei, the sword-tail characin, a species of characi
Native to Freshwaters of Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Venezuela, this moderate-care species belongs to the Stevardiidae family and has earned a loyal following among UK aquarists for its unique characteristics and manageable requirements.
The Swordtail Characin reaches an adult size of approximately 5 cm and displays coloration that varies with mood, diet, and water conditions. Peaceful by nature, this species makes an interesting addition to appropriately stocked aquariums.
At Tropical Fish Co, we select only the healthiest specimens with vibrant coloration and active behavior, ensuring you receive premium quality fish for your aquarium.
In the wild, Corynopoma riisei inhabits freshwaters of colombia, trinidad and tobago, and venezuela. Understanding their natural environment helps us replicate optimal conditions in the home aquarium.
The natural habitat features specific water chemistry and environmental conditions that we carefully replicate in captive care for optimal health and longevity.
A minimum tank size of 75 litres is essential for housing Swordtail Characin. Larger aquariums provide more stable water chemistry and greater swimming space, both critical for long-term health.
Provide appropriate hiding places, suitable substrate, and decorations that match their natural habitat preferences. Good filtration and stable water parameters are essential for all freshwater species.
Invest in quality filtration capable of turning over the tank volume 4-6 times per hour, and perform regular 25-30% water changes weekly to maintain pristine conditions.
Always keep Swordtail Characin in groups of 6+ individuals. Smaller groups cause stress, faded colors, and abnormal behavior. Larger schools create spectacular displays!
Maintaining correct water parameters is crucial for the health of Swordtail Characin:
This species prefers soft, acidic water. Use RO water remineralized to appropriate GH/KH, add Indian almond leaves or alder cones for tannins, and avoid calcareous decorations that raise pH.
Invest in quality test kits and check parameters weekly. Stability is more important than hitting exact numbers - avoid sudden changes that stress fish.
As a omnivore, Swordtail Characin requires a carefully balanced diet to maintain optimal health and coloration.
A varied small-frozen and live food diet such as daphnia, brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, and quality micro-pellets/flakes; will also accept some plant-based matter.
Vary the diet between quality flakes/pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp), and occasional fresh vegetables. Nutritional variety promotes vibrant colors, strong immunity, and natural behavior.
Remove uneaten food after 3-5 minutes to prevent water quality degradation. A single weekly fasting day can benefit digestion and overall health.
The Swordtail Characin is classified as peaceful, though individual personality can vary with age, tank size, and stocking density.
This peaceful species thrives in community setups with similarly sized, non-aggressive tankmates. Calm demeanor and gentle nature make it ideal for planted aquariums.
Best kept in a planted, well-filtered aquarium with open swimming space and a secure lid; they are active and may jump. Maintain excellent water quality and keep them in a proper group, as they are...
Choose tankmates carefully to ensure a harmonious community aquarium:
Compatible species include:
Avoid housing with:
Always research specific compatibility and introduce new fish gradually, monitoring behavior closely during the first few weeks.
Can be bred in captivity in a well-conditioned group or pair setup with clean, soft to moderately hard water and fine-leaved plants or spawning mops. Males perform courtship displays; eggs are...
When you choose Tropical Fish Co for your small tropical fish tank purchase, you benefit from:
With decades of combined experience in the UK aquarium trade, we understand what makes healthy, thriving fish. Our Swordtail Characin specimens are among the finest small tropical fish tank available online today.
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