18/06/2025
Want to add a pop of colour and vibrnce to your aquarium then the neon tetra is for you .
Size: 1.5 inches (4 cm) in length.
Coloration: a bright, iridescent blue stripe running horizontally along their body, from nose to tail, and a red stripe below it, extending from the middle of the body to the base of the tail. The rest of their body is generally transparent.
Sexual Dimorphism:
Females tend to be slightly larger and plumper, particularly when carrying eggs.
Habitat and Behavior:
Native Habitat:
They are found in the Amazon River basin, specifically in blackwater and clearwater streams with dense vegetation.
Social Behavior:
Neon tetras are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six, preferably more, to ensure they feel safe and can exhibit natural behaviors.
Aquarium Environment:
They do best in well-planted aquariums with hiding places like driftwood and floating plants, mimicking their natural environment.
Diet:
Neon tetras are omnivores and will eat a variety of small foods, including flakes, frozen or live brine shrimp, and daphnia.
Water Quality:
Maintaining good water quality with regular water changes is crucial for their health.
Lifespan:
In the wild, they can live up to eight years, while in a home aquarium, they typically live 4-5 years, though with good care, they can live up to 6-7 years.
