![]() In their original habitat, they love eating live food the best option for you is to provide live blood worms like aquatic larvae or different species belonging to the Chironomus Genus. You can provide them with simple fish food. ![]() They are omnivores by nature, and eat both plants and animals in their diet. The Rummy Nose Tetra belongs to the mid-water feeder group. Hence regular changing of water is recommended. They are very sensitive fish and easily get affected by polluted and dirty water. They can adjust in a water temperature of about 72 to 77 degree F. The required pH level is between 5 and 5.7. They will not survive in a new condition as well as in an unstable water conditions. ![]() They are basically Blackwater fish hence, they prefer soft and acidic water. They will be active and full of fun if provided with a habitat similar to the natural one. Water is an important aspect to keep the fish healthy and growing. After the eggs hatch, the fry will take another 24 to 36 hours to be a free swimming fish. The fertile eggs hatch only after 72 to 96 hours depending on the temperature that should be at least 32 degree C and many other conditions. Once the eggs are laid, use a fungal remedy to prevent the growth of fungi on the just laid eggs. This lighting condition should continue till the eggs are laid and hatched, because the eggs are very sensitive to light and it can hinder the development of the eggs. The spawning takes place in dim light hence, never increase the brightness until the spawning process is over. The preferable temperature is 32 to 33 degree C for spawning hence it should be set with the help of heaters. Hence the fish tank should be placed in a less human-populated place. ![]() They also prefer a quiet and clean ambience for spawning. They should be given heavy food and should be provided with subdued lighting to induce the reproduction process. The pair should be placed into the breeding fish tank about 7 days before the breeding period. It is because the eggs of the Rummy Nose Tetra are very sensitive to fungal infections and bacteria. These fish should be placed in a breeding tank that needs to be sterilized before use for a successful result. These fish prefer to inhabit the mid-lower and middle areas in the water. Such water containing decay products of Humic Acid formed from the leaf litter is known as Blackwater. The Rummy Nose species and the remaining other subspecies are found in the water bodies which have soft water or mineral deficiencies and acidic water. Some similar types in this species are found with 3 black stripes on the tail. The iris and sometimes even the gill plate or Operculum is covered in red color. The head of this fish is covered in bright and lustrous red shade, which continues towards the eyes. The total black stripes count around 5 on the caudal fin lobe and on the central part of the tail fin. These tail fins display a beautiful combination of white and black horizontal stripes. The fins have a glassy appearance, but the tail fins are exceptional. Some types are found with iridescent green colored scales near the area where the body meets the fontanel (Wiki: A part of the head corresponding to the human forehead). The basal part of the body has a transparent or more silver shade along with a tint of green. This fish has a torpedo shape with stunning color combinations.
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