Tetra Van Rio Orange (Hyphessobrycon amandae)

The Tetra Van Rio Orange (scientific name: Hyphessobrycon amandae) is a vibrant and peaceful freshwater fish that adds a splash of bright orange color to your aquarium. These tetras are known for their striking orange bodies, delicate fins, and playful nature, making them a popular choice for aquarists looking to enhance the beauty of their community tanks.

🐠 Key Features:

• 🎨 Coloration: The Van Rio Orange Tetra boasts a brilliant orange body with slight touches of red and yellow, particularly on its fins. Their coloration is most vivid under proper lighting.
• 📏 Size: Typically grows up to 1.5 inches (4 cm) in length when fully matured.
• 💡 Behavior: Peaceful and active, they thrive in schools of 6 or more. These tetras are known for their schooling behavior, which makes them ideal for community aquariums.
• 🌿 Tank Setup: Prefers a well-planted tank with open swimming spaces. Adding Java Ferns, Cryptocoryne, or Anubias plants enhances their environment and provides plenty of hiding spots.

🌱 Care Requirements:

• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a small school. Larger tanks are recommended for larger groups.
• Water Temperature:72-80°F (22-27°C)
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, soft to moderately hard water. These tetras prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with stable conditions being essential for their well-being.
• Diet: Omnivorous – feed a balanced diet of high-quality flake or pellet food, as well as occasional live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. They also enjoy blanched vegetables like spinach or zucchini.
• Tank Mates: Compatible with other peaceful community fish such as Neon Tetras, Corydoras, Rasboras, and Guppies. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species that could cause stress.

⏳ Lifespan :

• 🧬 Lifespan: Typically lives 3-5 years with proper care.