Description

🎋 Reed Tetra (Hyphessobrycon elachys) – Subtle Beauty for Planted & Blackwater Tanks

The Reed Tetra is a petite, peaceful schooling fish prized by aquascapers for its understated elegance and calm temperament. With a shimmering silver body, refined dark mid-lateral stripe, and delicate fins, this nano tetra brings natural movement and harmony to planted aquariums, blackwater biotopes, and gentle community tanks. Keep them in groups to unlock their best color and confident schooling behavior. 🌿🐟

📸 Listing photos are representative; the exact fish you receive may vary slightly in size and coloration.

🔍 Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon elachys
• Common Name: Reed Tetra
• Adult Size: ~1.0–1.25 inches
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Schooling: Best in groups of 6–10+
• Minimum Tank: 10–15 gallons (long footprint preferred)
• Water: 74–80°F • pH 5.5–7.0 • soft to moderate hardness
• Diet: High-quality micro-pellets, fine flakes, baby brine shrimp, daphnia
• Tank Mates: Small peaceful fish (rasboras, pencilfish, dwarf corydoras, shrimp)

🌱 Care & Setup Tips

• Aquascape: Dense plants, botanicals/leaf litter, and shaded areas bring out richer color.
• Flow & Filtration: Gentle flow with pristine, stable water for peak health.
• Lighting: Subdued or dappled light helps reduce stress and enhances schooling behavior.
• Feeding: Offer small, frequent meals; mix quality dry foods with frozen/live micro foods for condition and color.

📦 Shipping Information

• We choose the safest, fastest, and most economical method to ship your fish for a smooth journey and low stress.
• Heat or cold packs included as needed based on destination and weather.

DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival) ✅

• Photos Required: Please send clear photos of the fish in the sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp, then a second photo on a paper towel. 📸
• Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply to the fish only and do not include shipping. Orders may require 2–3 business days to prepare for safe packing.

Out of Stock? No Problem! 🐠

1. Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
2. Wait for Restock — we’ll notify you as soon as it’s available.
3. Request a Full Refund — quick and transparent. 💯

Bring home the refined charm of the Reed Tetra and watch your aquascape come alive with peaceful motion and natural beauty — only at Source Aquatics. 🌊🌿