Serpae Tetra

Hyphessobrycon eques

Pretty but a known fin-nipper; keep in larger groups (8+) and avoid long-finned tankmates.

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More than a design — your whole aquarium, handled

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A design for your tankA hand-illustrated layout, sized to your exact tank and skill level.
Stocking picked for youCompatible fish & invertebrates, chosen and quantified for the tank.
Exact shopping listEvery plant, stone and piece of gear — with how much of each to buy.
Step-by-step setupSubstrate, cycling, planting and stocking, in the right order.
Care & remindersA maintenance schedule with reminders when each task comes due.
Water-test logbookLog your parameters and track the tank on your own dashboard.
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Care at a glance

schoolingType
1.75"Adult size
20 galMinimum tank
8+Group size
semi_aggressiveTemperament
72-82°FTemperature
5.0-7.5pH
2-12GH
Flake, frozen, pelletsDiet
middleSwimming zone
easyCare level
YesPlant-safe

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