In the genus of phantom tetra one knows besides the black phantom tetra above all also that Yellow Phantom Tetra which latin Hyphessobrycon roseus is called. It also belongs to the group of "real tetras" and finds its place in freshwater aquariums. But where does it originally come from and how does it reproduce? What are its special characteristics and how should it be kept in our aquariums? We get to the bottom of these questions in the following profile.
Origin of the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus
South America is an ideal place for all kinds of tetras. We have already introduced some of them, such as the blood tetra or the Tail light tetra. This is how the phantom tetra comes from the catchment area of South America, whether the black one or the yellow one, as shown here. To be more precise, it is mainly found in the Guyana area. The yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus can also be found in the Suriname area. There it lives in small bays and populates, for example, the Rio Maroni river. There, too, it usually lives in larger swarms, although you can also keep it in groups in our aquarium. But more on that later with the posture. Now let's get to the looks.
Appearance and characteristics of the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus
As you can easily see in the pictures, the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus is a real highlight in the aquarium. This species of tetra also has a very special distinguishing feature. As you can easily see, this is a black spot in the middle of the body. The body here is rather flat and high-backed. You could also confuse it with the red-blue Colombian if you only see the black spot, which is mostly drop-like. This fish also belongs to the tetras. However, there is a difference in the basic coloration of the fish. The yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus is colored green-yellow in the area of the body. Its fins are different colors. Heck, the caudal fin is pink to red in color and the dorsal fin and anal fin are more green olive. The anal fin is pulled back.
The eyes are relatively large compared to the body. The mixture of colors is special. The fish is a real highlight in the aquarium.
It can grow up to 4 cm, although it usually stays slightly below this size. The age is also assumed to be around 5 years.
Water parameters and husbandry of the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus
Now we come to the attitude of the journeyman. The phantom tetra is a fairly peaceful fellow and can be socialized with many fish. There are few claims here. His behavior is fairly easy, although he is a good swimmer and should be given enough space to swim.
When keeping them, however, you should make sure that a group of 6 or more animals is better here, too, larger groups of 10 or more animals. Only then will the fish feel comfortable.
When it comes to water values, it only makes few demands. In addition to a PH value of 7 to almost 8, you can also keep it well with a hardness of up to 12. The water temperature should be in the middle range. This is between 23 and 26 degrees. 25 is also optimal here. The yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus doesn't get too big, so you could use 6 of them in a small aquarium with at least 60 liters. However, aquariums with an edge length of 80 cm or more are also better here. Then it makes sense to keep a larger group.
When planting the pool, you should make sure that the rear area in particular is well planted and that there is enough space for swimming. He is a very good swimmer and therefore needs space accordingly.
Characteristics of the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus
- Aquarium from 60 liters
- Ph value from 6 to 8
- GH to 12
- Temperature 23-26 degrees
- Groups of 6 animals or more
- Friedlich
Breeding of the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus
If you want to breed the animals, you should basically proceed as with most other tetras. On the one hand, the yellow phantom tetra Hyphessobrycon roseus is also a so-called free spawner. They simply drop their spawn, so a spawning grid should be used in the breeding tank. The water values should be adjusted to rather acidic and soft water. You should also feed the parent animals well with mosquito larvae. This causes spawn to form quite quickly when evading.
The distinction between males and females is also rather difficult here and is mainly determined by size.
If a spawning approach is determined, the animals (i.e. a harmonious pair) should be placed in a separate rearing tank. They usually spawn there quite quickly. The animals can then go back, otherwise they would eat the spawn. This species of tetra is also a spawn robber. The young animals must then be reared accordingly with small amounts of live food.[the_ad id="1019″]
Another very beautiful fish is certainly the Roach Moenkhausia. There are even more tetras in our tetra section.