Red phantom tetra questions

[Maxwell09]

I've read about this tetra a lot, however I have found a lot of conflicting information that I wanted to clarify from people who actually kept these tetras, or has experience with them.

First question is how big do they get? I have been seeing 1-1.5 inches and I was wondering if that was completely accurate

Second question is if they have aggressive/fin nippy tendencies. I am planning to keep these guys with Pearl gouramis so the answer to this question must be no

Thirdly, how can I differentiate them from other species of hyphessobrycon so.

My final question is how colourful do they get? I normally see them a pale, translucent red, however I have seen pictures of them very full red and was wondering if these were males showing off, good lighting and angles or just their natural color when they fully adjust to the tank. Hopefully being their natural or breeding displays.



Thank you

 

[A201]

The size given is accurate. A 2" Red Phantom would be a whopper.
They aren't particularly nippy. Keep them in groups.
The Red Phantoms look just like they look on line. You shouldn't have trouble differentiating them from other Tetras.
Be sure to keep a mixture of males & females & provide a healthy environment, along with a varied diet. The colors should pop.
Take a look at the Black Phantoms as well. I tend to like them better than the Reds.

 

[Maxwell09]

The size given is accurate. A 2" Red Phantom would be a whopper.
They aren't particularly nippy. Keep them in groups.
The Red Phantoms look just like they look on line. You shouldn't have trouble differentiating them from other Tetras.
Be sure to keep a mixture of males & females & provide a healthy environment, along with a varied diet. The colors should pop.
Take a look at the Black Phantoms as well. I tend to like them better than the Reds.

Thanks, why do you like them better than the reds? I'm gonna be keeping them with emperor tetras, so I wanted that splash of color. Also where in the water column do they swim? Preferably middle and bottom.

 

[A201]

The male Black Phantoms flare their fins when chasing the females & sparring with other males. It's really impressive.
If you like a splash of red you might look at the Neon Rosy Barbs. Much more durable & active than Red Phantoms. I currently have a group of them.

 

[Maxwell09]

The male Black Phantoms flare their fins when chasing the females & sparring with other males. It's really impressive.
If you like a splash of red you might look at the Neon Rosy Barbs. Much more durable & active than Red Phantoms. I currently have a group of them.

That's another option, I really like the look of the red phantoms, esp considering their price. I've also seen black Ruby barbs

 

[A201]

I also like the Black Ruby Barbs. The males are really impressive.
Another good aspect is the Rubies aren't all that common.

 

[Maxwell09]

I also like the Black Ruby Barbs. The males are really impressive.
Another good aspect is the Rubies aren't all that common.

Where do the red phantoms swim in the water column?

 

[A201]

Mid to upper level, but will follow sinking food to the bottom level.