White Fin Ornate Tetra

White Fin Ornate Tetra (Hyphessobrycon bentosi)

An elegant tetra with a pale pink-silver body and distinctive white-tipped fins, the White Fin Ornate (also known as the Ornate Tetra) is a peaceful and graceful schooling fish. Its soft colouration and flowing fins make it a beautiful addition to planted community tanks.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 75L with plants and open swimming space
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH Range: 6.0–7.0
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Diet: Flakes, micro-pellets, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
• Max Size: 4–5cm
• Lifespan: 3–5 years
• Care Level: Easy

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as other tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids; keep in groups of 6+.

Origin: South America — rivers and streams (Peru, Colombia, Brazil)