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Rummy Nose Tetra

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Rummy Nose Tetra

Rummy Nose Tetra

Scientific Name:

Hemmigrammus blehri
Family: Characidae
Origin: Brazil, Colombia
Adult Size: 2 inches (4.5 cm)
Social: Peaceful schooling fish
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate
pH: 6.0 - 6.5
Hardness: soft
Temperature: 73-79 F (23-26 C)
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