Negodagua Tetra (Hyphessobrycon negodagua) - A stunning and peaceful addition to your community aquarium!
Also known as the Negodagua Tetra, this beautiful South American species brings vibrant color and active schooling behavior to your planted tank. Native to the Rio Negodagua basin in Colombia, these tetras display gorgeous iridescent scales with subtle red and silver hues that shimmer under aquarium lighting.
Key Features:
- Peaceful temperament - perfect for community tanks
- Active schooling fish - best kept in groups of 6 or more
- Hardy and adaptable to various water conditions
- Maximum size: 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm)
- Ideal for planted aquariums with soft, slightly acidic water
Care Requirements:
- Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C)
- pH: 5.5-7.0
- Tank size: Minimum 20 gallons for a school
- Diet: Omnivore - accepts flakes, micro pellets, and frozen foods
Experience the joy of watching these elegant tetras school together, creating a mesmerizing display of natural behavior in your aquascape. Their peaceful nature makes them excellent tankmates for other small South American species, dwarf cichlids, and Corydoras catfish.
Also known as the Bahia Black Diamond Tetra (Hyphessobrycon negodagua)
