Rummynose Tetra

Hemigrammus rhodostomus

Care profile for Rummynose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus): 5 cm adult size, 24–28°C, pH 5.5–7.5, intermediate difficulty.

Care Parameters

Adult size

5 cm

Min tank

60 L

Temperature

24–28°C

5.5–7.5

2–10 dGH

Diet

Omnivore

Temperament

Peaceful

Water zone

Middle

Difficulty

Intermediate

Schooling

School of 8 or more.

Suitable Plants

Rice Paddy Herb

A aromatic stem plant with narrow leaves that develop purple undersides under strong light and iron supplementation. Adds unique color and fragrance to aquascapes.

Cryptocoryne balansae

Care profile for Cryptocoryne balansae: medium light, low CO₂, intermediate difficulty.

Rotala sp. h'ra

A stunning stem plant that develops intense orange-red coloration under high light and CO2. Narrow leaves arranged in whorls create a striking background accent in aquascapes.

Pygmy Chain Sword

Care profile for Pygmy Chain Sword: medium light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Marsilea hirsuta

Care profile for Marsilea hirsuta: low-medium light, low CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Compatible Invertebrates

Blue Bolt Shrimp

A striking blue color morph of Caridina cantonensis. Deep blue body with white banding. Extremely sensitive to water parameters — requires very soft, acidic water.

Taiwan Bee Shrimp

A high-grade Caridina morph with bold black and white banding. One of the most prized ornamental shrimp. Requires soft, acidic water (pH 6.0-6.8, GH 4-6) and pristine conditions.

Nerite Snail

The best algae-eating snail for aquariums. Cannot reproduce in freshwater, so populations stay stable. Comes in zebra, tiger, and olive patterns. Will lay white eggs on glass.

Mystery Snail

A colorful, active apple snail that cruises the glass for algae and leftover food. Pairs lay their pink egg clutches above the waterline - remove them to avoid overpopulation. Keep hardness at 7-18 dGH and offer calcium-rich foods so the shell stays strong.