Serpae tetra care
Hyphessobrycon eques
Serpae tetra (Hyphessobrycon eques) grows to about 4.5 cm (1.8 in) and needs a tank of at least 80 liters (21 US gallons). Keep it at 22–27 °C (72–81 °F) with a pH of 5.5–7.5.
FreshwaterEasySemi-aggressiveNips long fins
Adult size4.5 cm · 1.8 in
Smallest tank80 L · 21 gal
Temperature22–27 °C · 72–81 °F
pH5.5–7.5
GroupGroups of 6+
TemperamentSemi-aggressive
SwimsMiddle
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraPlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraMollyBristlenose plecoCherry barbTiger barbDwarf gouramiSwordtail
Avoid with
GuppyBetta (Siamese fighting fish)AngelfishFancy goldfishParadise fishDiscusConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyDemasoni cichlidSeverumCommon goldfish
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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