Golden Flash Tetra

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Golden Flash Tetra

Golden Flash Tetra (Hyphessobrycon cachimbensis) is a small and attractive golden Hyphessobrycon from the Cachimbo plateau area of Pará, Brazil — the golden flash refers to the vivid golden-yellow iridescent flash that reflects under aquarium lighting as the school turns. Cachimbensis = from the Cachimbo plateau.

Feeding & Care Tip: Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes and Hikari Micro Pellets make excellent daily staples. Supplement 2–3× per week with Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms, Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp, or Hikari Vibra Bites. Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily.

Native to streams of the Cachimbo plateau, Pará state, Brazil — clear, soft, acidic streams.

Keep in groups of at least 8. The golden flash iridescence is most vivid in good lateral lighting. Peaceful community tetra.

A locality-significant Brazilian tetra with attractive golden iridescence.

Care & Ideal Parameters

Difficulty Easy
Temperament Peaceful — schooling community
Typical Adult Size 2.0 inches (5 cm)
Min. Group Size 8 minimum
Ideal Temp 73–82°F (23–28°C)
Ideal pH 6.0–7.5
Ideal GH 3–12 dGH
Ideal KH 1–6 dKH
Staple Food Sera Vipan Tropical Flakes; Hikari Micro Pellets
Treat / Supplement Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Bloodworms; Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp; Hikari Vibra Bites
Origin Cachimbo plateau, Pará state, Brazil
Notes Cachimbensis = from the Cachimbo plateau. Golden iridescent flash.
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