The Bleeding Blue Tetra is a stunning freshwater fish known for its vibrant blue body contrasted with vivid red markings near the tail, giving it a striking, eye-catching appearance. Perfect for planted aquariums, community tanks, or nano setups, this tetra adds both color and lively movement to your aquarium.
Shipped at 0.5–0.75 inches, these juveniles are hardy and will grow to approximately 1–1.5 inches, with their colors intensifying as they mature.
Care & Aquarium Requirements:
Bleeding Blue Tetras thrive in soft to moderately hard, slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0–7.5, temperature 72–78°F). They prefer planted tanks with open swimming spaces and gentle water flow. Peaceful and schooling by nature, they should be kept in groups of 6 or more, which encourages natural behavior and enhances coloration.
Feeding & Diet:
These tetras are omnivorous and do best on a varied diet including high-quality flake foods, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or microworms. Frequent, small feedings help maintain health, growth, and vibrant coloration.
Breeding Information:
Bleeding Blue Tetras are egg-scatterers that deposit eggs among fine-leaved plants. Maintaining stable water conditions and providing live foods encourages successful breeding and healthy fry development.
Quick Facts:
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma × Hyphessobrycon spp.
Common Names: Bleeding Blue Tetra
Shipping Size: 0.5–0.75 inches
Adult Size: ~1–1.5 inches
Temperament: Peaceful, schooling, community-friendly
Diet: Flake foods, micro pellets, live/frozen micro foods
Tank Size: 10+ gallons recommended
Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5, Temperature 72–78°F, soft to moderately hard water
The Bleeding Blue Tetra is perfect for aquarists seeking a small, colorful, and peaceful schooling fish. Its bright blue body, bold red tail markings, and lively behavior make it a striking addition to planted and community aquariums.
The Bleeding Blue Tetra is a stunning freshwater fish known for its vibrant blue body contrasted with vivid red markings near the tail, giving it a striking, eye-catching appearance. Perfect for planted aquariums, community tanks, or nano setups, this tetra adds both color and lively movement to your aquarium.
Shipped at 0.5–0.75 inches, these juveniles are hardy and will grow to approximately 1–1.5 inches, with their colors intensifying as they mature.
Care & Aquarium Requirements:
Bleeding Blue Tetras thrive in soft to moderately hard, slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0–7.5, temperature 72–78°F). They prefer planted tanks with open swimming spaces and gentle water flow. Peaceful and schooling by nature, they should be kept in groups of 6 or more, which encourages natural behavior and enhances coloration.
Feeding & Diet:
These tetras are omnivorous and do best on a varied diet including high-quality flake foods, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or microworms. Frequent, small feedings help maintain health, growth, and vibrant coloration.
Breeding Information:
Bleeding Blue Tetras are egg-scatterers that deposit eggs among fine-leaved plants. Maintaining stable water conditions and providing live foods encourages successful breeding and healthy fry development.
Quick Facts:
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon erythrostigma × Hyphessobrycon spp.
Common Names: Bleeding Blue Tetra
Shipping Size: 0.5–0.75 inches
Adult Size: ~1–1.5 inches
Temperament: Peaceful, schooling, community-friendly
Diet: Flake foods, micro pellets, live/frozen micro foods
Tank Size: 10+ gallons recommended
Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5, Temperature 72–78°F, soft to moderately hard water
The Bleeding Blue Tetra is perfect for aquarists seeking a small, colorful, and peaceful schooling fish. Its bright blue body, bold red tail markings, and lively behavior make it a striking addition to planted and community aquariums.
