Blue Tetra Care Guide
Knodus borki
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Bioload Score
1800
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.4 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 22–28°C (72–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 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 of flake foods, live and frozen foods such as brine shrimp and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish. Its peaceful nature makes it a good companion for similarly sized tetras, rasboras, and dwarf cichlids.
Good to Know
The Blue Tetra is known for its stunning iridescent blue coloration that shines under proper aquarium lighting, making it a popular choice for adding a splash of color to freshwater tanks.
Gender Differences
Males are generally more slender and vibrant in coloration than females.
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