Payara Vampire Tetra Red Tail Hydrolycus Scomberoides 10cm

£200.00

SKU: STF-VAM-SCOM-RT Category:

Description

Payara Vampire Tetra Red Tail Hydrolycus Scomberoides 10cm

Overview: The Payara Vampire Tetra Red Tail, known for its distinctive large fangs and striking appearance, is a captivating species for the advanced freshwater aquarium enthusiast. This predatory fish showcases a sleek, silver body accented with a vivid red tail, making it a standout addition to any large aquarium setup.

Origin: Native to the Amazon Basin and Orinoco River systems in South America, the Payara thrives in fast-flowing, highly oxygenated waters. Its natural habitat sets the stage for the care and environment it requires in captivity.

Feeding: As a carnivorous species, the Payara requires a diet rich in protein. Live or frozen foods such as fish, shrimp, and worms are ideal to meet its nutritional needs and mimic its natural hunting behavior. Regular feeding with appropriately sized prey is crucial for its health and well-being.

Tank Mates: Due to its predatory nature, selecting tank mates for the Payara should be done with caution. Ideal companions are similarly sized, robust fish that can hold their own. Smaller species are likely to be viewed as prey. It’s recommended to house them with other large, non-aggressive species to maintain a harmonious environment.

Aggression: The Payara is notably aggressive towards smaller fish, owing to its predatory instincts. Its tank mates should be carefully chosen to avoid any unwanted confrontations or harm to smaller, more vulnerable fish.

Experience Level: Caring for a Payara Vampire Tetra is best suited for the experienced aquarist. Its specific dietary, environmental, and social requirements demand a level of expertise and commitment to ensure a healthy and thriving fish.

Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 74-82°F (23-28°C)
  • pH: 6.5-7.5
  • Hardness: 4-18 dGH
  • Water flow: Moderate to high to replicate its natural riverine habitat.

Maintaining these parameters, along with regular water changes and tank maintenance, is essential for the Payara’s health.

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STANDARD UK DELIVERY COST IS FIXED AT £20 FOR ANY NUMBER OF FISH PER ORDER

INSURED UK DELIVERY COST IS FIXED AT £30 FOR ANY NUMBER OF FISH PER ORDER

We operate a UK wide next day delivery service available through DX overnight, a DEFRA registered courier. All our fish are packed in double thickness bags for safety and filled with pure oxygen. The bags are then wrapped in a foil blanket with heat packs to keep them warm. They are then packed in a large polystyrene box with a cardboard outer. All our fish are booked with the courier as “live fish” and travel in security cages throughout their journey. All fish are only in the box for a maximum of 18 hours which is our service level agreement with the courier. Your delivery date will be communicated to you via email within 24 hours of purchase and your tracking information will be sent to you directly via email by DX the evening before your scheduled delivery date. Please contact us if you would like to change your delivery date to a more convenient time. Deliveries are made on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday every week. We will always try our very best to get your order to you as quickly and as safely as possible.

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