Platinum Rummynose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus var. Platinum)

One of the most iconic schooling fish in the aquarium world has been reborn in luminous form: meet the Platinum Rummynose Tetra (Hemigrammus rhodostomus var. Platinum). Imagine a sleek school gliding in perfect harmony through your planted tank, each fish flashing with a brilliant metallic sheen that sets them apart from the ordinary. Their streamlined bodies catch the light, sending ripples of silver‑mirrored reflections across the driftwood and greenery, while the trademark crimson nose remains a vivid focal point, a subtle but unmistakable signature of elegance. In a carefully planted aquarium, these fish transform the space into a living display of motion and light, turning your tank into a stage where shimmering performers dance in unison.

Biologically, the Platinum Rummynose is a line‑bred variant of the classic rummy‑nose tetra (scientific name Hemigrammus rhodostomus), distinguished primarily by its extraordinary scale finish and metallic luster. This selective strain first arose in Singapore breeding programs. Our fish were bred by a master breeder in the Czech Republic, which is where they were imported from. The species itself inhabits clear to black‑water tributaries of the Amazon and Orinoco basins, favoring soft, slightly acidic waters rich in leaf litter and forest canopy shade. In the aquarium, these fish appreciate a long, well‑planted tank with gentle water flow and subdued lighting to allow their schooling and shimmering effect to shine.

Because these fish are both beautiful and somewhat sensitive, they make an ideal acquisition for aquarists who care about details and presentation. They thrive best when introduced via slow drip acclimation, which gives them time to adjust to your water chemistry and helps preserve that vivid metallic quality. With a healthy shoal, you will witness a synchronized ballet of platinum flashes and crimson accents, weaving through plants like living starlight. Taking them means owning something rare, remarkable, and unquestionably show‑worthy, a subtle upgrade from the everyday and a statement for your planted aquarium. These schooling fish do not ship individually bagged.

Common Name:  Platinum Rummynose Tetra
Scientific Name:  Hemigrammus rhodostomus
Country of Import:  Czech Republic
Prophylactic Treatment:  Erythromycin / Ich-X / Metro
Approximate Current Size:  1.5″ to 1.75″ each
Temp/pH/TDS:  75F / 6.5 pH / 100

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