Green Fire Tetra

Aphyocharax rathbuni

Also known as: Rathbun's Tetra, Redflank Bloodfin

A fast, active tetra with an emerald body and a fiery red belly and fins.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

6–7.5

Hardness

2–15 dGH

Max size

1.6 in

Min tank

20 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (8+)

Swim level

Mid-top

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

3-5 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Paraguay and Parana river basins, Paraguay and Brazil

Keep a school of 8 or more in a tank with open swimming room near the top. They are quick feeders and jumpers, so use a tight lid. Peaceful but very active, which can stress very shy or slow species.