Red Cherry Tetra
Red Cherry Tetra
Red Cherry Tetra (Hyphessobrycon sp. 'Red Cherry') is a vivid red to cherry-red Hyphessobrycon traded under the descriptive name 'Red Cherry' — the saturated cherry-red body coloration and compact size make this an attractive and popular planted tank tetra. Species identity unconfirmed.
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 species and locality unconfirmed. Standard soft slightly acidic water conditions.
Keep in groups of at least 8. Vivid cherry-red body most intense in soft water. Compatible with all small peaceful community species.
A vivid red Hyphessobrycon with an appealing trade name.
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 species unconfirmed) |
| Notes | Hyphessobrycon sp. 'Red Cherry' — unconfirmed species. Vivid cherry-red body. |
