General information – The Columbian Tetra is a very attractive fish

with its shiny blue scales and red fins. Another common name for this

Columbian tetra is Red/Blue Columbian Tetra. The Red/Blue

Columbian Tetra gets its name from its bright red tail.The Columbian

Tetra is a hardy fish that does best in big schools.    

Common Name - Columbian Tetra, Red Columbian Tetra, blue

Columbian Tetra, Blue Flame Tetra, Red Tail Mirror Blue Tetra 

Scientific Name - Hyphessobrycon ecuadoriensis 

Photo by: John Gosden

Origin - Rio Acandi, Columbia 

Size – Up to 2 inches (5 cm) 

First discovered – Unknown 

Nutrition – Omnivore, .The skirt tetra will accept most fish food including flakes, freeze-dried, frozen and

live foods.It is highly recommended to feed them in small amounts at least 2-3 times a day.     

Behavior – Peaceful  

Maintenance and care – The Columbian tetra requires 15 gallons (60 liters) decorate with woods and

plants. These decorations will help the Columbian Tetra to feel "at home" and also to provide it shelter.

It is recommended to keep the Columbian Tetra in schools of 6 and more with non aggressive fish and

with other peaceful tetras.   

Water Parameters - Temperature: 73F-80F (23C-27C), PH: 5.5 - 7.5, DGH: 0-18 

Breeding - Egg scatterer. It is highly recommended to use breeding tank of 10-15 gallons in order to

breed this species. The female should be first in the tank to give her the time to settle down. After

spawning, the adults may eat the eggs so you will need to remove the adults after they release the eggs.

Eggs should hatch after 24 hours and the fry will be free swimming in 3-4 days. The fry should be fed

newly hatched brine shrimp, infusoria or with liquid fry food.