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Care and Compatibility of Ruby Tetra - Axelrodia riesei
Introduction
The Ruby Tetra has an elongated and laterally compressed body, with intense red coloration that sets them apart in the aquarium. Their fins are translucent, creating a striking contrast with their red body. They are small-sized fish, typically reaching a maximum length of 4-5 centimeters.
Behavior
The Ruby Tetra, also known as Axelrodia Riesei, is a vibrant and peaceful tetra fish native to the rivers and streams of South America. They are highly popular among aquarium enthusiasts due to their striking red coloration and lively behavior. They are schooling fish that feel more comfortable in shoals.
Sexual Dimorphism
Sexual dimorphism in Axelrodia riesei is minimal and difficult to distinguish. Both males and females have a similar appearance outside of the breeding season. During breeding, males may show slightly more intense colors.
Reproduction
The reproduction of the Ruby Tetra can be achieved in the aquarium under proper conditions. It is recommended to provide them with fine-leaved plants and mosses where they can deposit their eggs. The parents do not actively care for the eggs, so it is advisable to separate the adults after spawning. The eggs hatch in a few days, and the fry can be fed with infusoria and powdered foods until they are large enough to accept larger foods.
Aquarium Conditions
Axelrodia riesei, commonly known as the embers tetra, requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral water and a warm temperature. Aquarium décor should include soft plants and hiding spots. Maintaining water quality is crucial and providing a balanced diet.
Feeding
They are omnivorous fish and accept a variety of foods in their diet. They can be provided with commercial foods in the form of flakes or pellets, as well as live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and mosquito larvae. They also enjoy vegetable-based foods, such as spirulina flakes and frozen crushed vegetables.
Complexity
Caring for Axelrodia riesei can be moderately challenging. They are peaceful and active fish that adapt well to a variety of water conditions. However, they are sensitive to poor water quality and require regular water changes. They are omnivores and accept a variety of foods, but prefer live and frozen foods.
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To do an analysis more detailed about coexistence and behavior of Axelrodia riesei (Ruby Tetra) use the Aquarium simulation tool, if you do this you can test different ways to combine the Ruby Tetra with other fishes giving the dimensions and space on you aquarium, on this way you can known the optimal configuration for keep the fishes that you want.
You can also find out the 79 species compatible with the Axelrodia riesei (Ruby Tetra) can live together.
Note: The parameters of the water such as PH and temperature are also used to calculate the compatibility of the species.
Compatible species (79)
Compatible (50 Species)
Compatible without any restriction
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Se recomienda tener a varios de su misma especie conviviendo juntos para que se sientan seguros y poder visualizar el nivel de jerarquía que se presenta en los tetra rubí
With Reservation (1 Species)
Compatible in some cases, it depends on the nature and personality of the fish.
Considerable size difference (22 Species)
They can coexist while they are similar in size or the size difference is not very abysmal, since as the fish grows it increases the chances of eating its partner that did not grow much.
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Food competition (5 Species)
They can live together but you have to be careful since it is likely that the fastest fish will take all the food and leave nothing for their partners who are slow swimmers, so you have to make sure that everyone can eat.
Compatible if space is enough (1 Species)
They can coexist together if the aquarium they share is large and spacious enough for both species to feel good, as some fish may attack others to feel that they have little space and try to eliminate the competition.
Ruby Tetra
Axelrodia riesei
- Ph: 4 - 6.5
- Temperature (c°): 20 - 28
- Measures: 2 cm - 3cm
- Aquarium Capacity:
5 Liters - 1 Gallons - Behavior: Peaceful, Shoal
- Motion: Fast
- Size: Very small
- Swimming area: Swim in the middle of the aquarium
- Water Type: Sweet water