Jelly Bean Tetra
Jelly Bean Tetra
Jelly Bean Tetra (Ladegasia roloffi) is a tiny and rarely seen West African tetra — one of very few non-Hyphessobrycon, non-Hemigrammus small tetras in the hobby, belonging to its own genus Ladegasia. The pale somewhat rounded body with subtle markings inspired the candy-themed name. Named for E. Roloff.
Feeding & Care Tip: Hikari Micro Pellets (crushed or soaked) and Sera Vipan Baby make excellent daily staples. Supplement 2–3× per week with Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp and Hikari Frozen Daphnia. Feed small amounts 2–3 times daily in a calm environment.
Native to West Africa — rivers of Sierra Leone and Guinea. Soft water from coastal West African streams.
Keep in groups of at least 8. A genuinely rare find — West African nano tetras are extremely uncommon in the hobby.
One of very few West African nano tetras — rarity and unique genus make it a genuine collector's find.
Care & Ideal Parameters
| Difficulty | Easy — Moderate |
| Temperament | Peaceful — nano specialist |
| Typical Adult Size | 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) |
| Min. Group Size | 8 minimum |
| Ideal Temp | 72–79°F (22–26°C) |
| Ideal pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Ideal GH | 3–12 dGH |
| Ideal KH | 1–6 dKH |
| Staple Food | Hikari Micro Pellets (crushed/soaked); Sera Vipan Baby |
| Treat / Supplement | Hikari Frozen or Freeze-Dried Baby Brine Shrimp; Hikari Frozen Daphnia |
| Origin | Coastal rivers of Sierra Leone and Guinea, West Africa |
| Notes | Genus Ladegasia — its own genus, not Hyphessobrycon. West African nano tetra. Named for E. Roloff. Very rare in hobby. |
