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Orange Von Rio Tetra
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There is the standard von rio tetra that shares the same scientific name, and then there is the ORANGE von rio tetra. If you want orange in the fish tank, this is the fish. Orange is not a common color among tetras, but this one has orange all over. Generally captive-bred in Florida, though originally from Brazil.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Hyphessobrycon flameus |
| Origin | Rio de Janeiro region, Brazil; captive-bred |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 1½" |
| Lifespan | 5–8 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–80°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them plants along the back and sides, open swimming space in front and a dark substrate, which brings out their color. Keep a lid on the tank, since tetras can jump.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: They get along with most peaceful community fish of similar size, such as other tetras, rasboras, danios, corydoras, dwarf cichlids, gouramis and livebearers.
Good to know: Tetras feel safer and show better color in a group. A larger school also spreads out any chasing.
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