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The Moenkhausia Sanctaefilomenae - Red Eye Tetra is a spectacular centerpiece for the modern community aquarium, known for its brilliant coloration and sophisticated social behavior. Characterized by a shimmering silver body, a bold black tail band, and the iconic bright red "halo" around the eye, this species is a masterclass in aquatic aesthetics. In the "Answering Machine" era of characin husbandry, the Red Eye Tetra is highly prized for its hardiness and its ability to add a clean, metallic contrast to high-energy planted systems.
Unlike more skittish tetra varieties, Red Eyes are confident, mid-water swimmers that provide a stable, rhythmic presence in the tank. They are exceptionally active swimmers that occupy the middle and upper levels of the water column, providing a constant display of color and alert, schooling movement.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Variant Size: Standard
Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons
Diet: Omnivore
Reef Compatible: N/A (Freshwater)
Max Size: 2.75 Inches
Temperature: 72° to 82°F
dKH: 5 to 15
pH: 6.0 to 8.0
The Red Eye Tetra is an ideal candidate for a community planted tank. While they are famously resilient and adaptable to a wide range of water parameters, they show their best behavior in schools of six or more where they feel secure. They are high-metabolism fish and should be fed a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, and frozen meaty foods—such as daphnia and vitamin-enriched brine shrimp—at least twice daily. Their active nature makes them great companions for larger community fish, provided they have plenty of open swimming lanes.
We’ve dialed in the logistics for national Overnight Delivery to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures throughout the journey. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
The Moenkhausia Sanctaefilomenae - Red Eye Tetra is a spectacular centerpiece for the modern community aquarium, known for its brilliant coloration and sophisticated social behavior. Characterized by a shimmering silver body, a bold black tail band, and the iconic bright red "halo" around the eye, this species is a masterclass in aquatic aesthetics. In the "Answering Machine" era of characin husbandry, the Red Eye Tetra is highly prized for its hardiness and its ability to add a clean, metallic contrast to high-energy planted systems.
Unlike more skittish tetra varieties, Red Eyes are confident, mid-water swimmers that provide a stable, rhythmic presence in the tank. They are exceptionally active swimmers that occupy the middle and upper levels of the water column, providing a constant display of color and alert, schooling movement.
Note: Images shown are stock images and not the actual fish you will receive.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Variant Size: Standard
Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons
Diet: Omnivore
Reef Compatible: N/A (Freshwater)
Max Size: 2.75 Inches
Temperature: 72° to 82°F
dKH: 5 to 15
pH: 6.0 to 8.0
The Red Eye Tetra is an ideal candidate for a community planted tank. While they are famously resilient and adaptable to a wide range of water parameters, they show their best behavior in schools of six or more where they feel secure. They are high-metabolism fish and should be fed a varied diet of high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, and frozen meaty foods—such as daphnia and vitamin-enriched brine shrimp—at least twice daily. Their active nature makes them great companions for larger community fish, provided they have plenty of open swimming lanes.
We’ve dialed in the logistics for national Overnight Delivery to ensure your livestock arrives in peak condition. Every order is packed using professional-grade insulation and climate-contingent heat or ice packs, designed to maintain stable temperatures throughout the journey. We handle the technical side of the move so you can focus on the acclimation. Our protocol is built on getting these fish from the facility to your tank with zero compromise on health or vitality.
