Popular fish, distinctive tail & eye spotTetras are the most common type of fish found in South America after catfish. Their name is commonly used for a large group of fish characterised by the presence of a small adipose fin between their dorsal and caudal fin. The term Tetra is actually not a taxonomic grouping, as many unrelated fishes from differing families have been commonly called Tetras. Tetras are the second most commonly kept fish in community tank setups, after livebearers (see our Livebearer Care Sheet for more information on these fish) . They are popular because of their vibrant colours, manageable size, mild behaviour and schooling habits. For more Care Sheets like this, visit our website: aquariumindustries.com.au Left: Neon Tetras, the most popular Tetra for aquariums Top right: Cardinal Tetra Middle right: Bleeding Heart Tetra Bottom right: Red Eye Characin 2015
Popular fish, distinctive tail & eye spotTetras are the most common type of fish found in South America after catfish. Their name is commonly used for a large group of... Popular fish, distinctive tail & eye spotTetras are the most common type of fish found in South America after catfish. Their name is commonly used for a large group of...
Family
14
Subfamily
80
Size
3cm
Water Temperature
22 - 26
Water Requirements
6.5 - 7.0
Temperament
Peaceful, a very good community fish
Feeding
Many Tetras are omnivorous and will readily take most types of aquarium foods used in the hobby. Due to the small size of many species, ensure that food particles are not too large for their small mouths. We recommend feeding a small dry pellet in conjunction with AI Naturals Range Frozen Tropical Mix, and Frozen Brine Shrimp to provide a balanced diet.
Many Tetras are omnivorous and will readily take... Many Tetras are omnivorous and will readily take...
Food Types
Not fussy / most aquarium fish foods
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