The rummy-nosed tetra is a tropical fish belonging to the Hemigrammus genus of the family Carassinae of the order Carassinae that lives in the Negro River, which flows through Brazil and other parts of South America. Its entire body is silver and its head is bright red. In this article, we would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the rummy-nosed tetra and how to keep it.
What is rummy-nosed tetra?
The rummy-nose tetra is a tropical fish of the family Calacinidae, genus Hemigrammus, that lives in the Negro River in South America, including Brazil. The body shape of the rummy-nose tetra does not differ much from that of the neon tetra. Next, let's look at the body color of the rummy-nosed tetra. The rummy-nose tetra is characterized by its silver body color and bright red head. The tail fin has a striped pattern.The rummy-nosed tetra is a breed characterized more by its body color than its body shape. The rummy nose of the rummy-nosed tetra means "drunkard's nose," and its name comes from its bright red head.
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How to keep a rummy-nosed tetra
The rummy-nosed tetra is a relatively easy breed to keep. The life span of the rummy-nose tetra is approximately 3-4 years. Their body size is approximately 5 cm.However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, and since they are classified as tropical fish, they require a heater in winter if kept in Japan. Rummy-nosed tetras tend to dislike strong water currents. Strong water currents can cause them to become fatigued and weak when swimming against the current, so care should be taken.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding swimming, first of all, rummy-nosed tetras have a docile personality. Therefore, they can be mixed with other breeds.If the species you choose to mix with rummy-nosed tetras is territorial or aggressive, the rummy-nosed tetras may get mauled, injure themselves, or become ill due to stress. If the breed is aggressive, it is recommended that you take countermeasures such as adding water plants or ornaments so that the tetras can escape in case they are chased.
Points about spawning
Many people who keep rummy-nosed tetras want to breed them. Rummy Nose Tetras are easy to keep, but breeding them is a little more difficult. However, if you know the procedure well, you will be able to increase the number of tetras in a stable manner.
The first is to keep individuals that are suitable for breeding.Rummy-nosed tetras have a lifespan of about 3-4 years, so they have a short time until they are ready to breed, roughly 4-6 months after birth. This means that if you wish to breed them, it is important to select relatively young individuals when purchasing them from specialty stores.
The second thing to do is to prepare a breeding tank.As those who have bred killifish may know, if the parents (adults) and fry (young) are kept in the same tank after successful spawning and hatching, they may compete for food or the adults may eat the fry, resulting in a decrease in the number of fry. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended that the parents and fry be kept in separate aquariums for easier management. However, unlike killifish, rummy-nosed tetras are tropical fish and require a heater during non-summer months. If you are not sure whether or not to purchase a heater for the tank in which you will keep the fry, you may be able to find equipment at specialty stores that allows you to borrow part of the tank in which you are keeping the parents to make space for the fry.
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What to look for when keeping a rummy-nosed tetra
The rummy-nosed tetra is a popular breed among tetra breeds because it is relatively easy to keep and its unique body coloring makes it different from other breeds. It is recommended for beginners.They also make a strong statement when mixed with multiple species. Also, their body color is not very flashy, so they can make other species stand out. In addition, rummy-nosed tetras, like neon tetras, swim in groups, which gives them a different look from other species. Thus, rummy-nose tetras have characteristics that set them apart from other species, and I recommend that you take a look at them when you have a chance to see them at a specialty store.
