Red Phantom Tetra

GPTKB entity

Statements (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tetra_fish
gptkbp:age 6 months
gptkbp:average_temperature should be stable
22-28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior peaceful
active swimmer
gptkbp:body_style slender
gptkbp:breeding_season moderate
egg scatterer
males chase females
year-round in captivity
gptkbp:care_instructions requires infusoria
gptkbp:color red and silver
males more colorful during breeding
bright red fins
colors may fade in poor conditions
silver body with red accents
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Red_Phantom_Tetra
gptkbp:conservation_status not evaluated
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:difficulty soft to moderately hard
gptkbp:egg_color transparent
gptkbp:family gptkb:Characidae
gptkbp:fins forked tail
gptkbp:fishing_regulations gptkb:battle
Venezuela and Colombia
enjoys swimming in open spaces
prefer small pellets or flakes.
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity requires spawning mops
separate tank recommended
minimum 60 liters
planted tank preferred
regular water changes needed
stable water parameters
gptkbp:habitat freshwater rivers
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Red Phantom Tetra
gptkbp:level 6.0-7.5
gptkbp:lifespan 3-5 years
gptkbp:lighting moderate to low
driftwood and plants
gptkbp:members minimum of 6 recommended
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:South_America
gptkbp:origin Rio Orinoco basin
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Hyphessobrycon_sweglesi
gptkbp:size up to 4 cm
3-4 cm
gptkbp:social_structure shoaling species
gptkbp:species freshwater fish
compatible with other small fish
gptkbp:tank_mates small community fish
gptkbp:traded_on easy
can be shy without cover
monitor for signs of stress
gptkbp:water_management good filtration needed
gptkbp:water_quality important for health