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Yellow Tetra

Yellow Tetra

Scientific Name:

Hyphessobrycon bifasciatus
Family: Characidae
Origin: Brazil
Adult Size: 1.5 inches (4 cm)
Social: Peaceful schooling fish
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Mid, top dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Easy
pH: 5.8 - 8.0
Hardness: up to 30 dGH
Temperature: 68-77 F (20-25 C)

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