Scientific NameHemigrammus FilamentosusCommon NamePhoenix TetraOriginRio Araguaya Basin in Brazil, South AmericaTemperature Range75 to 78°FWater ParameterspH between 6.5 and 7.5Adult Size1.5 to 2 inchesDietOmnivorous

Phoenix Tetra Facts

In 2011 this fish got its scientific name Hemigrammus Filamentosus, which references the filaments in the the dorsal, anal, and pelvic fins in the male Phoenix Tetra.

Phoenix Tetras are a tropical, freshwater, shoaling fish who, in the wild, thrive in large groups called schools.

They are beautiful and popular. If you are looking to purchase one of these, it could be difficult to find as most online stores are often sold out