Hyphessobrycon myrmex ( Fire Ant Tetra ) fish Being a close relative of

Being a close relative of the Melanotaenia trifasciata of Australia

The Corydoras sarareensis

This species was actually named after "Godfather of Rainbowfish" Ichthyologist Dr

Even the females can throw on orange head stripes

Hyphessobrycon myrmex ( Fire Ant Tetra ) fish Being a close relative ofHyphessobrycon myrmex commonly known as the Fire Ant Tetra, is a rare tetra originating from the Rio Orinoco basin in Venezuela and Colombia. This glowing orange tetra only reaches about 1. 5 inches (3. 8 cm) in captivity. Tetras are schooling fish and are best kept in groups of at least six to encourage natural behavior. photo by Ryan Lee