Adult male Hyphessobrycon melanostichos in courtship colours © Max Pedley

Black Stripe Tetra

Hyphessobrycon melanostichos

TetrasFreshwaterPeacefulSchoolingCommunity SafePlanted Tank

Care Sheet

Volume
Length
Temp

Temperature

23–28°C

pH Range

5.5-7.5

Min Tank Size

54 L

Max Adult Size

2.5 cm

Bioload Weight1/10

Special requirements

  • Group Size

    Should be kept in groups of 10 or more to prevent territorial behavior and fin-nipping, as well as to encourage natural hierarchy and coloration.

  • Tank Footprint

    Requires a minimum base dimension of 60 x 30 cm; smaller spaces can lead to aggressive territorial disputes among males.

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