Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – flake food, micro pellets, daphnia
Aquarium species profile
Green Fire Tetra
Aphyocharax rathbuni · South America (Paraguay River Basin)
Minimum tank15 gal
Adult size1.5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature70–79°F
pH range6.0–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Small peaceful community fish, corydoras, small rasboras
Tank mates to avoid
Large predatory fish
Care notes
Green iridescent upper body, red lower body and fins. Also known as Redflank Bloodfin. Hardy, active schooling tetra. School of 8+.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.