RED TAIL HEMIODUS

🔴 Red Tail Hemiodus – Streamlined Speed with a Splash of Color

The Red Tail Hemiodus is a sleek, torpedo-shaped schooling fish known for its high-speed movement, metallic silver body, and a signature bright red tail fin that creates an instant pop of color in any aquarium. Native to the fast-flowing rivers of South America, this underrated species is a fantastic choice for those looking to add motion, shimmer, and elegance to large community or biotope setups.

Ideal for intermediate to advanced aquarists, the Red Tail Hemiodus is peaceful, active, and mesmerizing to watch—especially when kept in groups.

🐟 Species Profile:

• Scientific Name: Hemiodus gracilis (or related species)

• Common Names: Red Tail Hemiodus, Red Tail Tetra (colloquial)

• Adult Size: 6–8 inches

• Temperament: Peaceful, fast-swimming

• Tank Size: 75+ gallons recommended

• Water Parameters: 76–82°F | pH 6.0–7.2 | Soft, well-oxygenated water

• Diet: Omnivore – high-quality flakes, small pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp, spirulina

🛠️ Tank Setup & Compatibility:

Red Tail Hemiodus thrive in:

• Large tanks with open swimming space and moderate current

• Planted edges or driftwood to provide security and resting areas

• Peaceful community aquariums or South American biotope setups

Compatible with:

• Larger tetras, silver dollars, geophagus, severums, corydoras, plecos

• Avoid slow-moving or long-finned species that may be spooked by their speed

• Best kept in groups of 5 or more for natural schooling behavior

Behavior:

• ⚡ Very active and fast-swimming

• 🌈 Red tail becomes more vivid as the fish matures

• 👫 Social – prefers being in a group, which helps reduce nervousness

🛒 Why Buy from RobsAquatics.com?

Each Red Tail Hemiodus is:

• ✅ Hand-selected for vivid tail color and healthy condition

• ✅ Tank-raised or conditioned for community aquarium life

• ✅ Shipped live with our Live Arrival Guarantee

• ✅ A perfect addition to active community tanks, Amazon-themed aquariums, or exotic schools

📦 Add motion, silver flash, and color contrast to your tank with the elegant Red Tail Hemiodus—a rare gem among South American schoolers. Now available at RobsAquatics.com.