{"product_id":"peugeot-tetra-hyphessobrycon-peugeoti","title":"Peugeot Tetra (Hyphessobrycon peugeoti)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Peugeot Tetra (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHyphessobrycon peugeoti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a distinctive South American freshwater fish prized for its developing red coloration, dark tail marking, and elegant finnage. Mature males can display especially rich coloration and an elongated, filament-like dorsal fin, while younger fish may appear more subdued. Native to Brazil's Rio Juruena drainage, this relatively uncommon tetra offers something different from the more familiar species found in community aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful and social, Peugeot Tetras are best maintained in groups in mature, planted aquariums with open swimming space and sheltered areas. Their small size makes them attractive for thoughtfully stocked community setups, while their developing coloration and interactions among group members give aquarists plenty to observe. Aquatic Arts offers these Peugeot Tetras as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank-Bred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e specimens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\" data-pm-slice=\"3 3 []\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Coloration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peugeot Tetras (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHyphessobrycon peugeoti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) develop subtle reddish tones and contrasting dark markings as they mature. Younger fish may display more subdued coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant Male Finnage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature males can develop an elongated dorsal fin that adds visual interest during natural displays and interactions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting Group Behavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These peaceful, social tetras are best maintained in groups, where aquarists can observe their swimming behavior and occasional displays between males.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank-Bred:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aquatic Arts offers Tank-Bred Peugeot Tetras, providing an opportunity to keep a less commonly encountered South American tetra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eQuick \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peugeot Tetra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHyphessobrycon peugeoti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate — Best maintained in an established aquarium with stable water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1.5 inches (4 cm), including the tail fin; estimated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–3 cm (approximately 0.8–1.2 inches), including the tail fin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20 Gallons Long — Aquatic Arts recommendation for adequate group swimming space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8–10 or More\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Omnivore — Appropriately sized pellets, crushed flakes, and small live or frozen foods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwimming Zone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily Midwater, with access to planted cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gentle to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Setup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Planted aquarium with sheltered areas and open swimming space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourcing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tank-Bred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Care Consideration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain Peugeot Tetras in a suitable group with stable water conditions and appropriately sized foods. At the offered size of 2–3 cm, some individuals may still be developing their adult coloration and finnage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRecommended \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParameters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequirements\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeugeot Tetras (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHyphessobrycon peugeoti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) thrive in established aquariums with consistent water conditions, reliable filtration, and room to swim as a group. A planted aquarium with a balance of open space and sheltered areas provides an excellent setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 72–79°F (22–26°C) — Maintain consistent temperatures to support healthy activity and reduce stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5 — Slightly acidic to neutral water is recommended. Avoid sudden changes in water chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Hardness (GH):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–10 dGH — Soft to moderately hard water is preferred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbonate Hardness (KH):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1–6 dKH — Maintain stable water chemistry rather than frequently adjusting hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20 Gallons Long — The longer footprint provides more horizontal swimming space for a group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gentle to Moderate — Provide good circulation with calmer areas where fish can retreat from the current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate with Shaded Areas — Live plants and floating cover can provide shelter without requiring a dimly lit aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Established biological filtration — A properly sized filter helps maintain consistent water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ammonia 0 ppm, Nitrite 0 ppm, and Nitrate ideally below 20 ppm — Regular maintenance helps prevent harmful waste accumulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatic Arts Recommendation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Introduce Peugeot Tetras to a fully cycled aquarium and acclimate them carefully to the existing water conditions. 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