🔥 Red Base Tetra – A Vibrant and Striking Aquarium Star!

The Red Base Tetra is a dazzling freshwater fish, known for its bright red underbelly and shimmering silver body. These medium-sized beauties are ideal for adding a pop of vibrant color and dynamic movement to any community tank. Their peaceful nature and eye-catching appearance make them a favorite among aquarists. 🔥

Current Size: Medium

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon sp. (Red Base Tetra)
• Size at Maturity: Up to 2 inches
• Tank Size: Minimum of 15 gallons
• Temperament: Peaceful; best kept in schools of 6 or more
• Diet: Omnivorous – high-quality flakes, micro-pellets, live/frozen foods like brine shrimp and bloodworms
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-80°F
• Compatibility: Ideal for peaceful community tanks

The Red Base Tetra thrives in well-planted aquariums with plenty of open swimming areas. Their vivid red accents and schooling behavior create a stunning visual effect, especially in a group setting. These hardy fish are easy to care for and are perfect for aquarists of all experience levels. 🌿

📦 Shipping Information

• We Ship on Mondays and Wednesdays via overnight shipping to ensure your Red Base Tetra arrives safely and promptly. 🚚
• Take advantage of our flat shipping rate based on your region! Each additional item in your order adds just $2.40 to the shipping cost. This makes it easy and affordable to stock your aquarium with multiple items while benefiting from the same overnight shipping rate. 🐠
• Why is it worth it? Overnight shipping ensures healthier fish with less travel stress, giving them the best start in their new home! 🌟
• Heat Packs or Cold Packs will be included depending on the destination. To help us choose the right packaging, feel free to include a note with the temperature in your area at checkout. ❄️🔥
• To avoid delays or extended weekend holds, we aim to ship at the start of the week, but timing may depend on your location. 🗓️

✅ DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival)

At Source Aquatics, we stand by the quality of our fish and your satisfaction. In the rare case of a DOA:

• Photos Required: Please send photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp. Afterward, take a photo of the fish on a napkin or paper towel. 📸
• Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply only to the fish, not the shipping costs. We ship your order as quickly as possible, but sometimes it may take 2-3 business days to prepare.

🐟 Out of Stock? No Problem!

If we're out of stock after you've placed your order, you have options:

1. Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
2. Wait Until It's Back in Stock – we'll notify you as soon as it is available.
3. Request a Full Refund – we value transparency and will make it right. 💯

Order your Red Base Tetra today and bring their vibrant beauty and lively energy to your aquarium! We look forward to providing you with the best shopping experience at Source Aquatics. 🌿🐠