Super Red Devil Tetra
Super Red Devil Tetra
Super Red Devil Tetra (Hyphessobrycon notidanos) is a vivid and intensely red Hyphessobrycon with a bold black shoulder spot and flowing fin development in males — the 'devil' in the name refers to the intensity of the red coloration. A striking and relatively uncommon species from the Xingu drainage.
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 the Xingu drainage in Brazil — soft, slightly acidic water.
Keep in groups of at least 8. Vivid red most intense in soft water. Males may display to each other. Peaceful community tetra.
A vivid and uncommonly available red 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 | Xingu drainage, Brazil |
| Notes | Notidanos. Vivid red + bold black shoulder spot. Xingu drainage. |
