Black Neon Tetra Care Guide
Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
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Bioload Score
600
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 4.0 cm / 1.6"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 5.0 – 7.0
- Min Tank Size
- 37L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Other peaceful small fish like Tetras, Rasboras, small peaceful Gouramis, and peaceful catfish such as Corydoras. Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive species.
Good to Know
If you have Black Neon Tetras, keep an eye on their feeding as they may be outcompeted for food by faster or larger tank mates.
Gender Differences
Females are usually larger and rounder-bodied than males, especially when gravid.
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