Species Profile
Black Phantom Tetra
Hyphessobrycon megalopterus
Tetraspeaceful
Adult size
1.75″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, micro pellets, frozen
Notes
Males develop tall sail-like dorsal and anal fins, which they flare in harmless sparring displays with rival males. Smoky-grey body with a dark vertical bar behind the gill. Group of 6+ with at least two males to see the displays.
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