Species Profile
Rummynose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
Tetraspeaceful
Adult size
2″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
75–82°F
pH
5.5–7
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, micro pellets, frozen
Notes
Schools tightly. Sensitive water-quality bellwether.
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