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**Red Phantom Tetra (Hyphessobrycon sweglesi) for Sale in Canada**

The Red Phantom Tetra (Hyphessobrycon sweglesi) is a beautiful South American freshwater schooling fish admired for its warm red coloration, distinctive dark shoulder marking, and elegant dorsal fin. Its attractive appearance and generally peaceful nature make it an excellent addition to a carefully planned community aquarium.

A healthy group of Red Phantom Tetras can create a striking display, especially against dark substrate, driftwood, leaf litter, and dense green aquatic plants. Males often display more intense coloration and may engage in harmless social displays as they interact with one another.

This species appreciates a mature, stable aquarium and looks its best when kept in a proper school. The Red Phantom Tetra is an excellent choice for aquarists who want a colourful but relatively peaceful tetra with interesting natural behaviour.

Monster Aquarium Canada offers Red Phantom Tetra (Hyphessobrycon sweglesi) for Canadian aquarium hobbyists with professional live fish shipping throughout Canada.

Why Choose Red Phantom Tetra?

A Beautiful Red South American Schooling Fish

Red Phantom Tetras are prized for their:

Unique Features

Premium Characteristics

Attractive red to reddish-orange body coloration
Distinctive dark shoulder marking
Elegant dorsal fin
Peaceful community temperament
Interesting social displays
Active schooling behaviour
Excellent planted aquarium fish
Beautiful contrast against natural décor

Their warm colours can become especially impressive in a mature aquarium with excellent water quality and a varied diet.

Aquarium Size

A 20-gallon aquarium or larger is suitable for a small school, while a 30-gallon or larger aquarium provides more room for a larger group and community tank mates.

Recommended Aquarium Setup

Mature biological filtration
Gentle water movement
Good oxygenation
Live aquatic plants
Driftwood
Leaf litter
Dark substrate
Some shaded areas
Open swimming space

A natural South American-style aquarium can provide an excellent environment for this species.

Water Parameters

Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon sweglesi
Common Name: Red Phantom Tetra
Adult Size: Approximately 1.5–2 inches (4–5 cm)
Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH: 5.5–7.5
GH: 2–12 dGH
Care Level: Easy to Moderate
Temperament: Peaceful
Diet: Omnivore
Swimming Level: Middle level
Lifespan: Approximately 3–5 years with proper care

Stable water conditions and regular maintenance are important for maintaining healthy fish and strong natural colour.

Feeding Your Red Phantom Tetra

Red Phantom Tetras are omnivorous and generally accept a wide variety of appropriately sized foods.

Recommended Foods

Premium tropical flakes
High-quality micro pellets
Fine granules
Frozen bloodworms
Baby brine shrimp
Daphnia
Cyclops
Microworms
Small live foods

A varied diet can support healthy growth, activity, and vibrant natural coloration.

Feed small portions once or twice daily.

Ideal Planted Aquarium

Red Phantom Tetras are excellent fish for planted freshwater aquariums.

Recommended Plants

Java Fern
Anubias
Cryptocoryne
Java Moss
Bucephalandra
Vallisneria
Water Sprite
Amazon Sword
Floating plants

Dense planting provides cover and helps the fish feel secure, while open areas should be maintained for natural schooling behaviour.

Dark substrate and tannin-stained water can provide a particularly attractive natural setting.

Compatible Tank Mates

Red Phantom Tetras are generally peaceful and can be kept with many compatible community fish.

Suitable Tank Mates

Other peaceful tetras
Lemon Tetras
Ember Tetras
Black Neon Tetras
Cardinal Tetras
Small Rasboras
Corydoras
Otocinclus
Peaceful Gouramis
Small peaceful Barbs
Apistogramma

Avoid:

Large predatory fish
Highly aggressive cichlids
Large fin-nipping fish
Fish that require dramatically different water conditions

Always consider the adult size and temperament of every species when building a community aquarium.

Schooling Behaviour

Red Phantom Tetras are social fish and should be kept in groups.

Recommended Group Size

Keep 6 or more, with 8–10 or more being even better when aquarium space allows.

A proper school encourages:

Greater confidence
Reduced stress
More natural social behaviour
More active swimming
Better colour displays

Males may also display to one another as part of their natural social behaviour.

Male and Female Differences

Sexual differences become more noticeable as the fish mature.

Males

Often slimmer-bodied
Frequently show stronger red coloration
May have more pronounced dorsal and anal fins
Can display to other males

Females

Generally fuller-bodied
Often have a rounder abdomen
Usually show slightly less intense coloration

A mixed group can provide interesting and natural aquarium behaviour.

Supporting Vibrant Red Coloration

The intensity of red coloration can be influenced by genetics, health, diet, and environmental conditions.

Colour-Care Tips

Maintain excellent water quality
Feed a varied and nutritious diet
Keep an appropriate school
Avoid overcrowding
Provide plants and natural cover
Minimize unnecessary stress
Maintain stable water conditions

A healthy and comfortable school can show richer and more attractive natural colours.

Breeding Red Phantom Tetras

Red Phantom Tetras are egg-scattering fish and may breed in suitable conditions.

Breeding Tips

Condition adults with nutritious live and frozen foods
Use a separate breeding aquarium
Provide fine-leaved plants or spawning mops
Maintain clean, soft water when appropriate
Keep lighting subdued
Remove adults after spawning
Protect eggs and developing fry

Adults do not provide parental care and may consume eggs.

Raising Fry

Newly hatched fry require extremely small foods initially. As they grow, they can gradually be introduced to larger foods such as baby brine shrimp.

Why Buy Red Phantom Tetra from Monster Aquarium Canada?

Premium Healthy Aquarium Fish

Monster Aquarium Canada carefully selects Red Phantom Tetras for:

Healthy body condition
Active swimming
Strong feeding response
Attractive red coloration
Premium aquarium quality

Professional Live Fish Shipping Across Canada

Live fish are professionally packaged to help provide safe transportation throughout Canada.

Canadian Aquarium Fish Supplier

Monster Aquarium Canada specializes in freshwater fish, rare tropical fish, monster fish, freshwater shrimp, crayfish, aquatic snails, aquarium plants, fish foods, medications, and aquarium supplies for Canadian aquarists.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How large does a Red Phantom Tetra grow?

Red Phantom Tetras generally reach approximately 1.5–2 inches (4–5 cm) as adults.

2. Are Red Phantom Tetras peaceful?

Yes. They are generally peaceful and are well suited to appropriately stocked community aquariums.

3. How many Red Phantom Tetras should I keep?

A group of 6 or more is recommended, while 8–10 or more can encourage even more natural schooling behaviour.

4. Are Red Phantom Tetras good for planted aquariums?

Yes. They are excellent planted aquarium fish and their red coloration contrasts beautifully with green plants and dark natural décor.

5. Does Monster Aquarium Canada ship Red Phantom Tetras across Canada?

Yes. Monster Aquarium Canada provides professional live fish shipping throughout Canada to help ensure your Red Phantom Tetras arrive healthy and ready for their new aquarium.