Common Name: Neon Tetra
Scientific Name: Paracheirodon innesi
Common Size: 1.5"
Maximum Size: 2"
pH: 6.4 - 7.4
Temperature: 72F-79F
Lifespan: Up to 10 years
Native to: The Amazon River
Temperment: Peaceful
Fish per Tank: 5 or more
Minimum Tank size: 10 Gallons
Notes: Neon Tetras are schooling fish.
They should be kept in schools of five
or more. They should be kept with fish
that are small.
Tank Mates: Other small Tetras, Corydoras
Catfish, Dwarf Gouramis, and some Cyprinids.
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