{"product_id":"flameback-bleeding-heart-tetra-hyphessobrycon-pyrrhonotus","title":"Flameback Bleeding Heart Tetra (Hyphessobrycon pyrrhonotus)","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1lwlerw\" data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eFlameback Bleeding Heart Tetra (Hyphessobrycon pyrrhonotus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eFlameback Bleeding Heart Tetra\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most visually striking and rare tetra species in the hobby. Known for its deep red “bleeding heart” spot and vibrant flame-colored back, this fish delivers a level of intensity and contrast that sets it apart from standard community species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"765\"\u003eNative to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"483\"\u003eAmazon Basin\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eHyphessobrycon pyrrhonotus\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in soft, tannin-rich waters where its colors truly come alive. The combination of a glowing red dorsal area and the signature heart-shaped marking creates a bold, almost painted appearance that becomes even more pronounced when kept in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eDespite its exotic look, the Flameback Bleeding Heart Tetra is peaceful and well-suited for community aquariums. When housed in schools, they display tight, synchronized swimming behavior that adds both movement and color to planted or blackwater setups. 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