| Family: | CHARACIDAE |
| Species: |
Hyphessobrycon sweglesi |
| Common Name: |
Red Phantom Tetra |
| Size: | Up to 1.5 in (4 cm) |
| Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: Orinoco basin of nothern South America. |
| Min Tank Size: | 15 gallons or larger for schools. |
| Diet: | Omnivorous, will accept most flake foods, frozen and freeze-dried. |
| Behavior: | Peaceful and active schooling fish, should be kept in groups of 6 or more. |
| Water: | Water Chemistry not critical, 72 – 77°F (22 – 25°C) pH 5.5-7.5 dH range: 4 – 20 |
| Care: | Easy, keep in schools. |
| Communities: | Excellent, keep in schools with other small fish. |
| Suitability: | Good |
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