{"product_id":"loreto-tetra-hyphessobrycon-loretoensis","title":"Loreto Tetra (Hyphessobrycon loretoensis) (1 inch)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eBringing a touch of the peaceful Amazon straight to your living room, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"74\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eLoreto Tetra\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"88\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eHyphessobrycon loretoensis\u003c\/i\u003e) is a rare, elegant choice for nano aquariums and planted tanks alike. Known for its subtle metallic sheen, striking dark lateral stripe, and vibrant red accents on its tail, this stunning dwarf tetra adds graceful schooling movement to any peaceful community setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWhether you are a beginner looking for a unique centerpiece nano fish or an experienced aquarist replicating an authentic blackwater biotope, the Loreto Tetra brings unmatched charm to the modern aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eQuick Care Statistics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button new-table-style is-at-scroll-start is-at-scroll-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ved=\"0CAAQ3ecQahgKEwidqvjigtqUAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ8wI\" data-hveid=\"0\" class=\"table-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0,0\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,0,1,0\"\u003eIdeal Target Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003eHyphessobrycon loretoensis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003eEasy to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003e1.2 to 1.5 inches (3 to 4 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e72°F to 79°F (22°C to 26°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003e5.5 to 7.0 (Prefers soft, slightly acidic water)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0,0\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,6,1,0\"\u003e2 to 3 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-footer hide-from-message-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-label=\"More options\" class=\"mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-button-base mat-badge mat-unthemed mat-badge-overlap mat-badge-above mat-badge-after mat-badge-small mat-badge-hidden ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-persistent-ripple mdc-icon-button__ripple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-focus-indicator\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-touch-target\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFull Care \u0026amp; Profile Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003ePlace of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe Loreto Tetra is native to South America, specifically collected from the slow-moving rivers, blackwater streams, and densely vegetated tributaries of the upper Amazon River basin in the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"190\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eLoreto region of Peru\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eAquarium Environment \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTo see your Loreto Tetras thrive and display their best colors, aim to replicate their native blackwater home:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/b\u003e A soft, fine sand substrate is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eDecor \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Incorporate plenty of driftwood branches, tangled roots, and dried leaf litter (like Indian Almond leaves), which release beneficial tannins that naturally soften and stain the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003ePlants \u0026amp; Lighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Use dense live plants such as Java Fern, Anubias, and Cryptocoryne. Add floating plants (like Salvinia or Amazon Frogbit) to diffuse the light. Subdued, dim aquarium lighting makes these timid fish feel safe and vastly reduces their stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhile they are a dwarf species, they are active swimmers that need plenty of horizontal space to school. A \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"107\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eminimum tank size of 10 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e is required for a small group, though a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"179\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e20-gallon long tank\u003c\/b\u003e is highly recommended to appreciate their natural social behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eLoreto Tetras are small omnivores\/micro-predators with tiny mouths. To maintain vibrant coloration and premium health, offer a varied diet of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003eStaple:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality micro pellets, crushed tropical flakes, or spirulina flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003eProtein Boosts:\u003c\/b\u003e Regular feedings of live or frozen baby brine shrimp, daphnia, micro-worms, and finely chopped bloodworms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Ideal Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eThese are exceptionally \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"24\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003epeaceful, gregarious schooling fish\u003c\/b\u003e. They must be kept in groups of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"92\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eat least 6 to 10 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e; keeping them in larger numbers prevents them from becoming timid and drastically reduces stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003eGreat Tank Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Other small, non-aggressive nano fish such as Neon Tetras, Ember Tetras, Harlequin Rasboras, Corydoras catfish, Otocinclus, Kuhli loaches, and dwarf cichlids like \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"181\" data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003eApistogramma\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Large, fast-moving, or predatory fish (like Angelfish or large barbs) that might mistake these tiny tetras for a snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eBreeding Protocol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eBreeding \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"9\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eHyphessobrycon loretoensis\u003c\/i\u003e in captivity is a rewarding challenge. They are egg-scatterers that exhibit no parental care:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-path-to-node=\"22\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"\u003eSet up a separate, dim breeding tank with very soft, acidic water (pH 5.5–6.0) and a temperature around 78°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"\u003eFill the tank with dense clumps of Java Moss or spawning mops to catch the eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"\u003eCondition a pair or a small group with premium live foods before introducing them to the breeding tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003eOnce spawning occurs, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"22\" data-path-to-node=\"22,3,0\"\u003eremove the adults immediately\u003c\/b\u003e, as they will eat their own eggs. Eggs hatch in 24 to 36 hours, and the microscopic fry can be raised on infusoria or powdered fry food until they are large enough to accept baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e⁃\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41131070029888,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/InstagramPost-43.png?v=1779909327","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/loreto-tetra-hyphessobrycon-loretoensis","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}