Rummy Nose Tetra

Introduction


The distinguishing feature of this slim bodied tetra is the striking red head; the caudal fin is also patterned.The red area is confined to the head in the Rummy-nose Tetra but may extend as streak on to the body in the similar False Rummy-nose (Petitella georgiae).The caudal fin is marked ( faintly on this juvenile) by three horizontal black bars, and the lobe tips are colorless.A thin black, often indistinct lines runs forward from the base of the caudal fin toward the base of the dorsal fin.

Common Name


Red-nose tetra, Firehead tetra, True rummbynose Tetra, False Rummynost Tetra, Brilliant Rummynose Tetra


Species


Hemigrammus rhodostomus.



Habitat 


Lower stretches of the Amazon River.


Maximum Size


About 2"(5cm).


Minimum Tank Size 


A small group of these can be kept in a standard 24" x 15" x 12" (60cm x 37.5cm x 30cm) - 70 litre tank.


Diet 


They are Omnivorous , so can eat most of the foods.Frozen flakes and live foods.A varied diet will ensure the fish develop the best colors and condition.Feed a mixture of dried flakes and granules and small live and frozen foods. A varied diet such as this is essential for the best colour development.


Water Temperature


76-80°F (24-27°C).


pH


5.5-7.0. Its colours will become faded if kept in alkaline conditions.


Hardness


2-15°H


Remark


It is sensitive to water changes.