{"product_id":"rummynose-tetra-petitella-bleheri","title":"Rummynose Tetra - Petitella bleheri","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRummynose Tetra (Petitella bleheri)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rummynose Tetra is a beautiful and highly popular South American shoaling fish, instantly recognised by its bright red face, silver body and bold black-and-white striped tail. Also known as the Firehead Tetra or Brilliant Rummynose Tetra, this species is especially effective in planted aquariums, where a good-sized group will swim tightly together and create a striking display. It is peaceful and community-safe, but it does best in mature aquariums with stable, soft, slightly acidic water and excellent water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRummynose Tetra. Also commonly referred to as Rummy Nose Tetra, Brilliant Rummynose Tetra, Firehead Tetra or Red Nose Tetra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name (Latin):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePetitella bleheri\u003cbr\u003eStill widely referenced in the aquarium trade as Hemigrammus bleheri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAround 4–5 cm in captivity, making it a small but active shoaling tetra.\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\u003eNative to South America, especially the Rio Negro and Rio Meta basins across Brazil and Colombia. In the wild, Rummynose Tetras are associated with warm, very soft, acidic blackwater and clearwater habitats, often in shaded forest streams, tributaries and areas with submerged roots, leaf litter and gentle flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature: 24–28°C\u003cbr\u003epH Range: 5.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003eHardness: soft water preferred, although captive-kept specimens can adapt to slightly broader conditions if changes are gradual and stable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery peaceful and social. Rummynose Tetras are best kept with other small, calm community fish and should not be housed with large, aggressive or boisterous species that may stress or outcompete them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmnivorous micro-feeder. It should be offered a varied diet including quality fine flake, micro pellets, crushed granules, frozen daphnia, cyclops, baby brineshrimp, bloodworm and occasional small live foods. Small, regular feeds help maintain colour, condition and natural shoaling behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA practical recommendation is at least 80 litres for a proper group, with a 90 cm aquarium or larger preferred for larger shoals and more natural swimming behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an active mid-water shoaling fish that should be kept in a group of at least 8, ideally 10 or more. Rummynose Tetras are known for tight shoaling behaviour and look especially impressive in mature planted aquariums with darker substrate, driftwood, floating plants and open swimming space. The red nose can fade when the fish are stressed, newly introduced or kept in poor water conditions, so strong colour is often a good sign of comfort and health.\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\u003eThis species is ideal for peaceful planted community aquariums with small tank mates such as Cardinal Tetras, Neon Tetras, Black Neon Tetras, Ember Tetras, pencilfish, dwarf Corydoras, Otocinclus, peaceful dwarf cichlids and other calm soft-water fish. Avoid large angelfish, aggressive cichlids, fin nippers, boisterous barbs and any fish large enough to swallow them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept in a mature, stable aquarium with excellent water quality, gentle to moderate filtration and regular maintenance. Rummynose Tetras can be more sensitive than some hardier tetra species and should not be added to brand-new or unstable aquariums. They are a good companion for warm soft-water setups, including discus-style aquariums, provided the aquarium is peaceful and water quality remains very high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntermediate fishkeepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon \/ occasional in trade, with both wild-caught and captive-bred specimens available depending on supplier\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":46074757873837,"sku":"AG-103325","price":1.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46074757906605,"sku":"AG-103326","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46074757939373,"sku":"AG-103327","price":2.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/0391\/6205\/files\/TigerBarb-Capoetatetrazona_3.jpg?v=1780328169","url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/rummynose-tetra-petitella-bleheri","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}