Rummy Nose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus)

The Rummy Nose Tetra is one of the best schooling fish you can add to a freshwater aquarium. Their bright red noses, bold black-and-white striped tails, and tight schooling behavior create an incredible display, especially in planted tanks.

These peaceful fish are happiest when kept in groups, where they’ll swim together throughout the aquarium in one of the tightest schools you’ll see in the hobby. They’re a perfect choice for community aquariums and pair well with other peaceful fish.

Why people love Rummy Nose Tetras:

• Bright red noses and striking black-and-white tails

• One of the tightest schooling fish in the hobby

• Peaceful and perfect for community aquariums

• Beautiful in planted tanks

• Active and entertaining to watch

• Great for beginners with an established aquarium

Care Info:

Scientific Name: Hemigrammus rhodostomus

Common Names: Rummy Nose Tetra, Firehead Tetra

Temperament: Peaceful

Adult Size: About 2 inches

Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger

Temperature: 75–84°F

pH: 5.5–7.0

Diet: Omnivore

Difficulty: Beginner-friendly

Rummy Nose Tetras do best in groups of at least 6, but larger schools create an even more impressive display. They thrive in planted aquariums with open swimming space and stable water conditions. Their bright red noses are often a good indicator of their health and comfort.

Feed a quality flake or micro pellet along with frozen or live foods like bloodworms, baby brine shrimp, and daphnia to keep them healthy and bring out their best colors.

Shipping Info:

We ship fish on Monday and Tuesday so they arrive quickly and safely. Orders usually arrive Wednesday or Thursday.

All fish are packed carefully with insulation and heat or cold packs when needed.

Live arrival is guaranteed as long as someone is available to receive the package on the first delivery attempt.

Availability: We do our best to keep our inventory up to date, but quantities available are subject to change without notice. If we’re unable to fulfill part of your order, we’ll automatically refund the difference.

Color and size may vary depending on age and natural variation.