Red Phantom Tetra

RED PHANTOM TETRA

Megalamphodus sweglesi
(formerly Hyphessobrycon sweglesi)

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: South America – Orinoco River Basin, Colombia and Venezuela

Adult Size: 1.5″–2″

Temperament: Peaceful / Social

Care Level: ⭐ Easy to Moderate

Tank Level: Middle

🍽 DIET

Omnivore

Accepts: Quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, bloodworms, and insect-based foods

✔ COMPATIBILITY

An excellent community fish for peaceful tetras, rasboras, Corys, dwarf cichlids, and other non-aggressive species. Keep in a group of at least 6, preferably 8–10 or more. Males may display and establish small territories without usually causing injury.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 5.5–7.5

Temperature: 72–79°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <20 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

A beautiful tetra featuring translucent red coloration, a bold dark shoulder marking, and elegant fins. Mature males develop richer color and extended dorsal fins when displaying.

📝 CARE NOTES

Keep in a fully cycled aquarium with clean, stable water and gentle filtration. Provide plants, driftwood, shaded areas, and open swimming space. A dark substrate and subdued lighting help enhance its deep red coloration. Feed a varied diet in small portions.

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