Candy Cane Tetra
Candy Cane Tetra
Candy Cane Tetra (Hyphessobrycon sp. HY511) is a Hyphessobrycon traded under the descriptive name 'Candy Cane' — the alternating pale and vivid red-pink striped pattern on the body recalls the traditional candy cane color scheme. Related to the HY511 trade designation series.
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.
South American Hyphessobrycon — exact origin unconfirmed. Standard soft slightly acidic water conditions preferred.
Keep in groups of at least 8. The candy cane striping is most vivid in soft water. Peaceful community tetra.
A descriptively named and attractively colored Hyphessobrycon.
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 | South America (exact origin unconfirmed) |
| Notes | HY511 trade designation. Alternating pale and vivid stripe pattern. |
