Diamond Flame Tetra

🔥 Diamond Flame Tetra (Hyphessobrycon flammeus var.)

Add sparkle and warmth to your aquarium with the stunning Diamond Flame Tetra. This enhanced variant of the classic Flame Tetra features rich red-orange tones overlaid with a shimmering, almost metallic “diamond” sheen that catches the light beautifully.

Perfect for planted aquariums, these fish combine vibrant colour with subtle iridescence, creating a glowing, eye-catching display.

🌿 Why Choose Diamond Flame Tetra?

💎 Shimmering “diamond” iridescent scales
🔥 Deep red-orange flame colouration
🐠 Hardy and beginner-friendly
🌱 Perfect for planted and aquascaped aquariums
🧘 Peaceful and community-friendly
⭐ Unique upgraded variant popular in the UK

When kept in groups, Diamond Flame Tetras produce a glowing, sparkling shoal that adds depth and movement to any aquarium.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon flammeus (Diamond variant)
📛 Common Name: Diamond Flame Tetra
🏠 Tank Size: 50L+ recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 22–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful
🍽️ Diet: Flakes, micro pellets, frozen & live foods
👥 Group Size: 6–8+ recommended

Diamond Flame Tetras thrive in planted aquariums with darker substrates and gentle lighting, which helps enhance their shimmering effect.

🐠 Compatibility

Well suited to peaceful community aquariums. Ideal tank mates include other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, and small gouramis. Avoid aggressive or much larger species.

Important Notes

This variant maintains the hardy nature of the standard Flame Tetra while offering enhanced colour and shimmer. Keeping them in larger groups encourages stronger colouration and natural schooling behaviour.

The Diamond Flame Tetra is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a colourful, sparkling twist on a classic, hardy species—perfect for planted and community aquariums.