African Red-Eyed Tetra Care Guide
Arnoldichthys spilopterus
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Bioload Score
600
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.0 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 23–28°C (73–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 76L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous. A varied diet with a mix of dry and live/frozen foods is recommended.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish of similar size. Avoid keeping with fin-nipping or aggressive species.
Good to Know
Red-Eyed Tetras are prone to fin nipping if not kept in groups (6+)
Gender Differences
Males are generally more colorful and may have longer fins, especially the dorsal fin.
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