{"product_id":"rosy-tetra-megalamphodus-rosaceus","title":"Rosy Tetra - Megalamphodus rosaceus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosy Tetra (Megalamphodus rosaceus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eThe Rosy Tetra is a peaceful and elegant South American shoaling fish, loved for its soft pink to rose-coloured body, translucent fins and graceful swimming behaviour. Mature males often develop brighter colour and longer dorsal and anal fins, while females are usually fuller-bodied. Also widely sold as Hyphessobrycon rosaceus, this species makes a beautiful addition to mature planted community aquariums, especially when kept in a proper group with subdued lighting, dark décor and calm tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eRosy Tetra. Also commonly referred to as the White-Fin Rosy Tetra, Rosy Fin Tetra, Rose Tetra or Rosy Characin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eMegalamphodus rosaceus\u003cbr data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eAlso widely referenced in aquarium literature and the trade as Hyphessobrycon rosaceus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eAround 4–5 cm in captivity, with FishBase listing up to 3.4 cm standard length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eNative to northern South America, especially the Essequibo, Corantijn and Suriname River basins. In the wild, Rosy Tetras are associated with slow-moving tributaries and heavily vegetated areas, often close to submerged roots, plant cover and tannin-stained soft acidic water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eTemperature: 24–28°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003epH Range: 5.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eHardness: soft to moderately hard water, with soft, slightly acidic water preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1949\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003ePeaceful and social. Rosy Tetras are best kept with other calm community fish and should not be housed with large, aggressive or very boisterous species that may stress them or outcompete them at feeding time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2243\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eOmnivorous micro-feeder. In the aquarium it should be offered quality fine flake, micro pellets, small granules and a variety of frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brineshrimp, bloodworm and mosquito larvae. A varied diet will help maintain colour, condition and natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eA practical recommendation is at least 60 litres for a small group, with a 75–90 cm aquarium or larger preferred for a more natural shoal and better display behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2845\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eThis is an active mid-water shoaling fish that should be kept in a group of at least 6, ideally 10 or more. Males may display to each other with raised fins and short harmless stand-offs, especially when in good condition. Rosy Tetras look especially attractive in planted aquariums with darker substrate, driftwood, floating plants, open swimming space and gentle to moderate flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2847\" data-end=\"3268\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2868\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003eThis species is well suited to peaceful planted community aquariums. Suitable tank mates include other peaceful tetras, rasboras, pencilfish, Corydoras, Otocinclus, small plecos, hatchetfish and peaceful dwarf cichlids such as Apistogramma or Mikrogeophagus. Avoid large predators, aggressive cichlids, persistent fin nippers and overly boisterous fish that may intimidate the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3679\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3305\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eBest kept in a mature, stable aquarium with clean water, plant cover and subdued areas. Although adaptable, Rosy Tetras show their best colour and behaviour in soft, slightly acidic water with darker décor and floating plants to diffuse bright lighting. They are very similar to the Ornate Tetra, so colour, fin markings and supplier identification can vary in the trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3681\" data-end=\"3733\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3697\"\u003eBeginner to intermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3748\" data-end=\"3751\"\u003eCommon \/ occasional in trade, usually as captive-bred stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3812\" data-end=\"4072\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\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\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46014553882797,"sku":"AG-103009","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46014553915565,"sku":"AG-103010","price":3.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46014553948333,"sku":"AG-103011","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/RosyTetra-Megalamphodusrosaceus.jpg?v=1778856404","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/rosy-tetra-megalamphodus-rosaceus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}