Diamond Tetra – Hyphessobrycon bentosi
Common Names: Ornate Tetra, White Tip Tetra, False Rosy Tetra, Bentos Tetra, White Fin Ornate Tetra
Adult Size: 3 inches
Life Expectancy: 3 – 5 years
Habitat: Amazon basin in Peru and in slow-moving creeks that branch off from the Amazon River
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
Ideal Tank Conditions:
- Temperature Range: 73 – 82° F
- pH Range: 6.6 – 7.2
- Water Hardness: 3 – 12
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet & Nutrition: Will readily eat micro pellets, quality flake food
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hyphessobrycon bentosi |
| Common Name | Ornate Tetra, White Tip Tetra, False Rosy Tetra, Bentos Tetra, White Fin Ornate Tetra |
| Adult Size | 3 inches |
| Life Expectancy | 3 – 5 years |
| Habitat | Amazon basin in Peru and in slow-moving creeks that branch off from the Amazon River |
| Minimum Tank Size | 20 gallons |
| Temperature Range | 73 – 82° F |
| pH Range | 6.6 – 7.2 |
| Water Hardness | 3 – 12 |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Diet & Nutrition | Micro pellets, quality flake food |
FAQ
What is the ideal water temperature for Diamond Tetras?
The ideal water temperature range is 73 to 82° F.
Are Diamond Tetras suitable for community tanks?
Yes, Diamond Tetras are peaceful and compatible with other non-aggressive fish species.
What type of food do they prefer?
They will readily eat micro pellets and quality flake food.
Oliver Hunter –
The Diamond Tetras are active and colorful, adding a nice touch to my 20-gallon tank. They stay calm with other fish and enjoy the flake food I provide. Easy to care for and very hardy.
Trevor Oliver –
I’ve had these tetras for over a year and they’re still vibrant. The water parameters are stable, and they thrive in the 75° F range. A great addition to a community aquarium.
Stewart Blake –
Beautiful fish with elegant white tips. They swim gracefully and don’t stress other tank mates. I feed them micro pellets twice daily and they stay healthy.