Tetra Peugeot - Hyphessobrycon peugeoti
€8.10
The Hyphessobrycon Peugeoti was discovered in the river Juruena. It is a tropical fish belonging to the actinopterygian family (ray-finned fishes). It is different from the H. loweae and H. Heliacus as it retains its overall red colour throughout its entire life cycle. It is also different from the H. Heliacus as it does not have the dark arrow-shaped marking along its middle on each side that the H. Heliacus has.
A new species of beetle, the "Hansreia Peugeoti", was also discovered.
The names of both of these new species are derived from the name of the Peugeot brand, who have been in partnership with ONF in the Amazon rainforest since 1999, and who also collaborated with the Environment Ministry for the State of Mato Grosso. This resulted in the reforestation project for carbon sinks in the Fazenda São Nicolau in the centre of Brazil, returning biodiversity to the area, and finally the discovery of these new species.
About Fish Species
- Scientific name: Hyphessobrycon peugeoti
- Common name: Peugeot Tetra
- Family: Acestrorhamphidae
- Origin: Brazil, South America
- Adult length: Up to around 3.2 cm
- Lifespan: Around 3 to 5 years
- Diet: Omnivore
- Care Level: Moderate
- Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish
Tank Setup
- Peugeot Tetras are best kept in a well-planted aquarium with plenty of cover and shaded areas. A minimum tank size of around 45L to 60L is suitable for a small group.
- Use dark substrate, driftwood, leaf litter, and fine-leaved plants to help them feel secure and show their best colour.
- They are a shoaling species and should be kept in a group of at least six to eight fish, though larger groups are better.
Water Parameters
- Peugeot Tetras prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of around 5.5 to 7.0.
- Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C.
- Soft to moderately soft water is generally preferred.
Filtration and Water Flow
- Gentle filtration is ideal, with low to moderate water movement.
- Good water quality is important, so regular maintenance and stable conditions are recommended.
Diet
- Peugeot Tetras are omnivores and should be offered a varied diet of quality micro pellet or fine flake food.
- They will also benefit from small live or frozen foods such as daphnia, baby brine shrimp, cyclops, and finely sized bloodworm.
- A varied diet helps maintain colour, condition, and natural behaviour.
Tank Mates
- Peugeot Tetras are peaceful and are best kept with other small, calm community fish.
- Suitable tank mates may include other small tetras, rasboras, pencilfish, Corydoras, and other gentle species that enjoy similar water conditions.
- Avoid large, aggressive, or very boisterous fish that may intimidate or outcompete them.
Behaviour and Compatibility
- Peugeot Tetras are small, active shoaling fish that feel most secure when maintained in groups.
- Mature males can develop an elongated dorsal fin and may display to one another, especially in a well-structured aquarium.
- They are best suited to peaceful community aquariums with stable water quality and subdued lighting.
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