Rosy Tetra (Hyphessobrycon rosaceus)
Hyphessobrycon rosaceus sits in the same phantom-tetra lineage as its black and red cousins, carrying the family's signature black dorsal fin marking over a softer overall rose-pink wash instead of a bolder red or smoky black. It's a subtler fish that rewards a closer look rather than announcing itself from across the room. Peaceful, easy, and every bit as calm a schooler as the rest of the phantom group.
Care level: Easy · Temperament: Peaceful, shoaling · Max size: ~1.75" · Min tank: 15 gal · Diet: Omnivore, flake/micro-pellet
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