Brilliant Head Rummy Nose ( Hemigrammus rhodostomus )
€4.03
- Scientific Name: Hemigrammus rhodostomus
- Common Name: Brilliant Head Rummy Nose, Rummy Nose Tetra
- Origin: Native to South America, specifically the Amazon River Basin in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru
- Size:
- Typically grows up to 2-2.5 inches (5-6 cm)
- Coloration:
- Known for its vivid red head, which contrasts beautifully with its transparent silver body.
- The red color extends from the nose to the eyes, making it a striking fish.
- The rest of the body is mostly silvery with a black stripe running horizontally along the side of the body.
- The fins are usually transparent, with subtle tinges of orange or red, especially in males during the breeding season.
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons
- Water Temperature: 75-82°F (24-28°C)
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- Diet: Omnivorous; they will accept high-quality flake foods, pellets, live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia, and small insect larvae, as well as vegetables like blanched spinach and zucchini.
- Temperament: Peaceful and active, but they are best kept in schools of at least 6-8 individuals to thrive.
- Compatibility: Best kept with other peaceful fish such as Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras, and Dwarf Gouramis. Avoid large or aggressive species.
- Breeding: Egg-layers; breeding in captivity is possible but may require specific conditions like slightly acidic water and gentle filtration. The eggs hatch in 2-3 days, and the fry can be fed infusoria or microworms.
- Care Tips:
- Provide a well-planted tank with open swimming areas.
- They prefer slightly acidic water with gentle filtration.
- Regular water changes and proper filtration are crucial to maintaining water quality and to reduce stress in this species.
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