About the Brilliant Rummynose Tetra
Name: Brilliant Rummynose Tetra
Max Size: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras typically reach a maximum size of about 2 inches (5 cm) in length.
Recommend pH: 6.0-7.5
Recommended Temperature (°F): 75-82°F (24-28°C)
Diet: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras are omnivorous and have a small mouth, so they require a diet consisting of small-sized foods. They primarily feed on high-quality flake or pellet foods designed for small tropical fish. Additionally, they enjoy small live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and micro worms. It's important to provide a varied diet to ensure optimal health and vibrant coloration.
Temperament: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras are peaceful and have a calm temperament. They are known for their shoaling behavior and thrive when kept in groups of six or more. They are active and sociable fish, often forming tight schools and displaying synchronized swimming patterns. They rarely show aggression towards other fish species and are generally considered excellent community fish.
Schooling or Non-Schooling Fish: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras are schooling fish, meaning they prefer to be kept in groups. They feel more secure and comfortable when surrounded by their own kind. Keeping them in schools of at least six individuals will help alleviate stress and encourage natural behavior.
Possible types of tank mates: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras are compatible with other peaceful community fish that share similar water parameters. Good tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, peaceful dwarf cichlids, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid keeping them with larger or aggressive fish that may intimidate or prey on them.
Behavior: Brilliant Rummynose Tetras are known for their striking colors, particularly their vibrant red nose and bright silver body. They are active swimmers and tend to occupy the middle and upper levels of the aquarium. One fascinating behavior they display is the "Rummynose" effect, where their red noses intensify when they are in a state of excitement or during breeding displays. This behavior adds a captivating visual display to the aquarium.
Fun Fact: The red nose of Brilliant Rummynose Tetras serves as a visual communication tool within the shoal. When they feel threatened or excited, their red noses become more pronounced, indicating a heightened state. This unique feature adds an interesting dynamic to their behavior and makes them a popular choice among aquarists.