{"product_id":"red-diamond-flame-tetra-hyphessobrycon-flammeus","title":"Red Diamond Flame Tetra - Hyphessobrycon flammeus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Diamond Flame Tetra (Hyphessobrycon flammeus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Diamond Flame Tetra, Hyphessobrycon flammeus, is a colourful captive-bred form of the classic Flame Tetra, selected for stronger red tones and a sparkling diamond-like body sheen. This peaceful South American tetra is a long-established aquarium favourite, valued for its compact size, active shoaling behaviour and suitability for planted community aquariums. It is hardy when settled, but looks and behaves best in a mature aquarium with clean water, soft cover and a proper group of its own kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed Diamond Flame Tetra, Flame Tetra, Rio Tetra, Red Tetra, Von Rio Tetra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHyphessobrycon flammeus\u003cbr\u003eCaptive-bred Red Diamond trade form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually around 3–4 cm, with FishBase listing 2.6 cm standard length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Red Diamond form is captive-bred and does not occur as a natural wild population. Wild Hyphessobrycon flammeus is native to south-eastern Brazil, especially the Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo region. It naturally inhabits small shaded streams with slow-flowing dark-brown or clear water, sandy bottoms, vegetation and shallow marginal areas. Wild populations are of conservation concern, so captive-bred aquarium stock is strongly preferred. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 22–28°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003eHardness or Salinity: Soft to moderately hard freshwater; stable, clean water is more important than chasing exact values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful and sociable. Red Diamond Flame Tetras are excellent small community fish when kept in a group. Males may display and spar lightly, but serious aggression is uncommon when enough individuals and cover are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmnivorous micro-feeder. In nature, Flame Tetras feed on small insects, worms and plant matter. In the aquarium, offer fine flakes, micro pellets, crushed granules, frozen daphnia, cyclops, baby brineshrimp, small bloodworm and other suitably sized foods. A varied diet helps support colour, condition and natural activity. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA minimum of 60 litres is recommended for a small group, with 75–90 litres or more preferred for a larger shoal or planted community setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn active mid-water shoaling tetra that looks best in groups of at least 6, with 8–10 or more preferred. It spends much of its time moving through open water near plants, wood and shaded areas. Mature males may show stronger red colour and display behaviour, especially when settled in a good-sized group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuitable with peaceful small fish such as rasboras, pencilfish, other tetras, Corydoras-type catfish, Otocinclus, small gouramis, dwarf cichlids with care, snails and calm shrimp with caution. Avoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, persistent fin-nippers and very boisterous fish that may intimidate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep in groups rather than singly or in pairs. Provide a mature planted aquarium with gentle to moderate filtration, shaded areas, floating plants, wood and open swimming space. A darker substrate and soft lighting help show the red and diamond-like colouration well. Avoid unstable new aquariums and sudden parameter changes. Captive-bred Flame Tetras are generally adaptable, but good water quality is still essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeginner to intermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOccasional in trade \/ Captive-bred colour form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46405862457517,"sku":"AG-103720","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46405862490285,"sku":"AG-103721","price":4.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46405862523053,"sku":"AG-103722","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/RedDiamondFlameTetra-Hyphessobryconflammeus.jpg?v=1782225913","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/red-diamond-flame-tetra-hyphessobrycon-flammeus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}