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Care and Compatibility of Black Phantom Tetra - Hyphessobrycon Megalopterus
Introduction
The Black Phantom Tetra is known for its dark and mysterious coloration. Its translucent body allows the internal organs to be visible, giving it a ghostly appearance. In addition to its black band, it has red fins that contrast with its body.
Behavior
The Black Phantom Tetra, scientifically known as Hyphessobrycon megalopterus, is a popular species in the aquarium hobby due to its striking appearance and peaceful behavior. It is characterized by its slender and transparent body, with a distinct black band running along its side.
Sexual Dimorphism
Sexual dimorphism in Hyphessobrycon megalopterus is minimal and difficult to distinguish. Both males and females have a similar appearance.
Reproduction
Breeding Black Phantom Tetras in the aquarium can be challenging. It requires suitable water conditions, including optimal temperature and water quality. Males often display courtship behavior, chasing females and exhibiting intense colors. The female deposits eggs on plants or other substrates, and the parents do not provide parental care. It is important to separate the parents once they have finished spawning to prevent them from consuming the eggs or fry.
Aquarium Conditions
Hyphessobrycon megalopterus, commonly known as the black phantom tetra, requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. It prefers soft to moderately hard water and a warm temperature. Aquarium décor should include fine-leaved plants and driftwood. Maintaining water quality is crucial and providing a varied diet.
Feeding
When it comes to feeding, the Black Phantom Tetra is an omnivorous fish that consumes a variety of foods. It accepts both dry foods such as flakes and pellets, and live or frozen foods such as mosquito larvae and daphnia. Providing a balanced and varied diet is recommended to maintain its health and vibrant coloration.
Complexity
Caring for Hyphessobrycon megalopterus is relatively straightforward. They are peaceful, active fish that adapt well to a wide range of water conditions. It's recommended to keep them in groups of at least six individuals to feel secure and exhibit their natural behavior. They are omnivores and accept a variety of foods.
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To do an analysis more detailed about coexistence and behavior of Hyphessobrycon Megalopterus (Black Phantom Tetra) use the Aquarium simulation tool, if you do this you can test different ways to combine the Black Phantom 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 98 species compatible with the Hyphessobrycon Megalopterus (Black Phantom 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 (98)
Compatible (61 Species)
Compatible without any restriction
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Similar Sizes (21 Species)
They can coexist if they are the same size or very similar sizes, it does not work in all cases, there may be exceptions.
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With Reservation (2 Species)
Compatible in some cases, it depends on the nature and personality of the fish.
Food competition (12 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.
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Compatible if space is enough (2 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.
Black Phantom Tetra
Hyphessobrycon Megalopterus
- Ph: 6 - 7.5
- Temperature (c°): 22 - 28
- Measures: 4 cm - 5cm
- Aquarium Capacity:
8 Liters - 2 Gallons - Behavior: Peaceful, Shoal
- Motion: Fast
- Size: Small
- Swimming area: Swim in the middle of the aquarium
- Water Type: Sweet water