Cherry Red Congo Tetra Care Guide
Phenacogrammus interruptus
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Bioload Score
3000
PeacefulModerate
- Max Size
- 8 cm / 3.15"
- Temperature
- 23–27°C (73–81°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
An omnivore that eats small invertebrates, insects, crustaceans, algae and plant matter.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, peaceful barbs, Corydoras, peaceful loaches and non-aggressive dwarf cichlids.
Good to Know
The Cherry Red Congo Tetra is a colour variety of Phenacogrammus interruptus, a species named from the Congo region where it naturally occurs.
Gender Differences
Males are generally larger and more vividly coloured, with longer flowing dorsal, caudal and anal fins, while females are rounder and less ornate.
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