An impressive fish, particularly when kept in large groups. Both sexes are smoky-grey in colour. The fins on the female are red, while those on the male are black. The male also has a much larger dorsal fin.
Fish information
(behaviour and breeding):
A peaceful fish, these fish likes to be kept in a group of at least a dozen specimens. Males will perform mock-battles, without harm but in the process putting on a very entertaining display. While some Megalamphodus have a reputation for being delicate, this species is quite easy to look after.
Breeding is as for Hyphessobrycon. Soft, acid water is essential.
Fish Details:
Distribution
Brazil and Bolivia
Temperature
23-27C
Size
Around 4cm
Water Parameters
Soft, acid water preferred, but tolerates harder water well
Water PH
6.0-7.5
Images:
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by Tropicalfishfinder
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This may not be a photograph of the actual stock
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by Tropicalfishfinder
This may not be a photograph of the actual stock
Photograph provided
by Tropicalfishfinder
This may not be a photograph of the actual stock
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have been provided by Tropicalfishfinder. Please be
aware that variations within species mean that the fish
you are sent may not be identical to the fish in the
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