Hyphessobrycon myrmex ( Fire Ant Tetra ) fish This species was actually named

This species was actually named after "Godfather of Rainbowfish" Ichthyologist Dr

What we notice about them so far is that they have more spots on their faces and less blue and spots on the body

In the home aquaria these fish can attain a max size of 6 - 8 inches

helping keep the substrate clean by scavenging leftover food

compact body shape

Hyphessobrycon myrmex ( Fire Ant Tetra ) fish This species was actually namedHyphessobrycon myrmex commonly known as the Fire Ant Tetra, is a rare tetra originating from the Rio Orinoco basin in Venezuela and Colombia. This glowing orange tetra only reaches about 1. 5 inches (3. 8 cm) in captivity. Tetras are schooling fish and are best kept in groups of at least six to encourage natural behavior. photo by Ryan Lee