Eilyos Tetra
Hyphessobrycon eilyos
Eilyos Tetra is a peaceful middle-to-top swimmer.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm)
- Aquarium size
- ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle to top swimmer
- Temperature
- 73–82°F (23–28°C)
- pH
- 5.5–7.5
- GH
- 1–12 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–28 °C, pH 5.5–7.5, GH 1–12 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Eilyos Tetra is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Eilyos Tetra should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Offer suitably small prepared foods and small live or frozen invertebrates; check that timid fish receive food.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Brazil.
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FAQ
How large does Eilyos Tetra get?
Eilyos Tetra reaches ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm).
What aquarium size does Eilyos Tetra need?
Use an aquarium of at least ≥ 23.6" (≥ 60 cm) minimum length.
Is Eilyos Tetra peaceful?
Yes. Eilyos Tetra is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Eilyos Tetra?
Keep it between 23 to 28 °C.
