Family: Characidae
netted tetra — a Characidae from South America. Reaches 4–5.8 cm; keep at 15–25 °C.
Hyphessobrycon reticulatus is a Characidae from South America. In the wild it prefers blackwater streams and flooded forest; in the aquarium it stays mostly peaceful. Plan on 4–5.8 cm of adult fish at 15–25 °C. Related profiles: Hyphessobrycon amandae, Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi, Hyphessobrycon eques.
A moderate-level species: mostly peaceful; larger species predatory; stable water matters more than fancy equipment.
Hold 15–25 °C and keep it stable — 15–25 °C recorded range. Heater for stable tropical warmth.
Full size is 4–5.8 cm. Minimum tank: 40 L, with open swimming space along its bottom-dwelling habits.
Omnivore with carnivorous tilt. Feed two small meals a day rather than one large one.
Yes, with care. Mostly peaceful; larger species predatory — pair it with Similar-sized peaceful community fish — Similar size and water needs and skip Much smaller fish — May outcompete or bully tiny tankmates.
Comes from South America: blackwater streams and flooded forest. Expect still to gentle current and moderate.
Jumping is not a known issue; cover the tank anyway during water changes.
Egg-scatterer among fine plants. Subtle; females fuller-bodied.