Rosy tetra - Hyphessobrycon rosaceus

The Rosy Tetra comes from South America. It is a fun and peaceful fish which is very popular among fish keepers. This fish looks like Bleeding Heart Tetra. It is pretty and with salmon coloured body. It is easy to keep and will be the perfect choice for the beginners.

Care and Compatibility

The rosy tetra 3–4cm adapts easily to various water conditions. To see their best behaviour, keep them in groups of six or more. They are compatible with peaceful species such as guppies, rasboras, and other small tetras. Since they are known to jump, a secure aquarium lid is essential.

They’ll happily accept a diet of flake food, with occasional live or frozen treats like brine shrimp or daphnia to enhance their colour and health.

Key Faqs

• Common Name: Rosy Tetra
• Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon rosaceus
• Origin: Guyana and Brazil (South America)
• Diet: Omnivore
• pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
• Temperature: Tropical 24–28°C
• Breed Type: Egg layer
• Max Size: Around 4cm
• Diet: Omnivore
• pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
• Temperature: Tropical 24–28°C
• Breed Type: Egg layer
• Max Size: Around 4cm
• Sex: Un-sexed