• Keeping Difficulty: Beginner
• Diet: Omnivore
• Temperament: Peaceful, Community Fish
• Max Size: 3cm

Preferred Water Parameters:

• Water Temperature: 24-2 ⁰C
• pH Level: 5.5-7.0
• General Hardness: Soft – Moderate (50 – 150ppm)

The Hyphessobrycon heliacus features a vibrant golden-yellow body with subtle iridescent hints, complemented by a black spot near its tail and a faint red hue on its fins. With its striking coloration and peaceful nature, the Kitty Tetra is a popular choice for community aquariums. This species is particularly prized for its bright red body and black markings, which add a beautiful splash of color to any tank. As a shoaling species, the Kitty Tetra thrives in groups, making it an ideal addition to well-planted, peaceful community aquariums.

Features of a Kitty Tetra:

• Coloration: Subtle golden body with a distinctive black spot near the tail.
• Size: Grows to around 3-4 cm in length.
• Body Shape: Slim, streamlined body with a slightly triangular shape.
• Fins: Transparent fins with a slight reddish hue, particularly in the tail.
• Temperament: Peaceful and social, best kept in schools of six or more.

Feeding Kitty Tetra

Kitty Tetras are omnivorous and can thrive on a varied diet. Offer high-quality flake or pellet foods designed for small community fish. Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms. Occasional vegetable matter, like blanched spinach or spirulina, is also beneficial for their health.