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Green Fire Tetra (Aphyocharax rathbuni)

A green flanked tetra with fiery red fins.

Care levelEasy, a great first fish
EasyModerateExpert
Water temperature22 to 28°C
18°C32°C
Group sizeKeep 6 or more
Adult size4cm
LivesMiddle
DietOmnivore
SuitsCommunity tanksPlanted tanksBeginners

Green Fire Tetra

Aphyocharax rathbuni5.0(26)reviews
Easy carePeacefulKeep 6+
$7.95each, incl. GST

Buy 5 or more of this fish and save 10%.

10 in our tanksShips Tue or Wed
Live fish delivery, WA only$35 Perth metro and Mandurah, $65 rest of WA. One fee covers your whole order, plants and dry goods included. Sent overnight on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to a street address (no PO Boxes).
Free pickup in KenwickOpen Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm

A green flanked tetra with fiery red fins.

Care levelEasy, a great first fish
EasyModerateExpert
Water temperature22 to 28°C
18°C32°C
Group sizeKeep 6 or more
Adult size4cm
LivesMiddle
DietOmnivore
SuitsCommunity tanksPlanted tanksBeginners

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About this fish

Green Fire Tetra (Aphyocharax rathbuni)

Few fish light up a planted aquarium quite like the Green Fire Tetra. Named for the vivid crimson flush that glows across its belly and green flashing scales, this small but striking schooling fish brings a burst of warm colour to mid-water layers — a perfect contrast against lush green aquascapes.

 

Care at a Glance

  • Size: Up to 5 cm
  • Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
  • Recommended school size: 8+ for best behaviour and colour
  • Tank size: 60 L minimum
  • Water temperature: 22–28°C
  • pH: 6.0–7.5
  • Diet: Omnivore — accepts quality flake, micro pellets, and frozen foods
  • Compatibility: Excellent with other small peaceful fish, shrimp (adults), and dwarf cichlids

Aquascaping Notes

Green Fire Tetras thrive in soft, slightly acidic water with gentle flow — conditions that mirror their natural South American habitat. Darker substrates and subdued lighting will intensify their red colouration. They're a natural fit for Nature Aquarium and Iwagumi-style layouts.

How your fish arrive

Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Live arrival

8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.

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Delivery and returns

Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.

Returns policy

  • 5 stars: 26 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
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Hazel Wilson
Highly recommend

Beautiful little fish, recommend.

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Demi Kennedy
Highly recommend

Packed with care and arrived in great shape. Adjusted to the tank with no stress at all. Best fish supplier in WA, hands down.

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Imogen Barnes
Healthy fish

Came packed really well, fish were calm and healthy. Eating well from day one. Cheers team, fantastic service.

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Riley Webb
So vibrant

Fish arrived alive, healthy and active. Quickly became the centrepiece of my tank.

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Daisy Riley
Couldn't ask for better

All arrived in perfect condition, not one loss. Acclimated easily and settled in within a day.

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Carly Green
Beautiful colours

Healthy, vibrant fish with no issues at all. Lovely natural behaviour, constantly on the move.

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Poppy Boyd
Amazing colour

Beautifully coloured and very lively on arrival. Look amazing against my planted tank.

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Nikki Kennedy

Stunning fish, even better than the photos. Schooling beautifully together already. Cheers team, fantastic service.

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Mia Harris
Stunning little fish

Fish arrived alive, healthy and active. Look amazing against my planted tank. Best fish supplier in WA, hands down.

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Scarlett Wilson
Great condition on arrival

Stunning colours, very active.

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Tristan Day
Top quality livestock

Fast WA shipping, top fish.

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Matilda Owens
Stunning little fish

Stunning colours, very active.

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Declan Burns
Amazing colour

Best looking fish I've ordered online. Lovely natural behaviour, constantly on the move. Cheers team, fantastic service.

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Aria Lawson
Beautiful colours

Fish arrived alive, healthy and active. Eating well from day one.

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Hunter Vaughan
All arrived alive and well

Packed with care and arrived in great shape. Eating well from day one.

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Patrick Sullivan
Couldn't ask for better

Lovely fish, full of colour and energy. Colour has popped even more since settling in.

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Shane Ward
Excellent stock

Stunning fish, even better than the photos. Adjusted to the tank with no stress at all. Couldn't fault the whole experience.

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Carly Palmer

Vibrant and peaceful, love them.

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Holly Lam
Couldn't ask for better

Packed with care and arrived in great shape. Adjusted to the tank with no stress at all. Best fish supplier in WA, hands down.

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Georgia Smith
Highly recommend

Packed with care and arrived in great shape. Healthy appetites and great colour, very happy.

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Leo Tran
Stunning little fish

Turned up happy and swimming straight away. Colour has popped even more since settling in. Top quality livestock from SOS, highly recommend.

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Steph Sanders
Top quality livestock

Healthy, vibrant fish with no issues at all. Quickly became the centrepiece of my tank. Top quality livestock from SOS, highly recommend.

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Pip Lee
Healthy fish

Came packed really well, fish were calm and healthy. Schooling beautifully together already.

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Tyson Mitchell
Amazing colour

Lovely fish, full of colour and energy. Adjusted to the tank with no stress at all. Cheers team, fantastic service.

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Aiden Kelly
Stunning little fish

Beautiful little fish, recommend.

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Nikki Davis
All arrived alive and well

Packed with care and arrived in great shape. Super active and peaceful with my other fish.