Congo Tetra Care Guide
Phenacogrammus interruptus
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Bioload Score
2400
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 12.0 cm / 5.0"
- Temperature
- 24–28°C (75–82°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 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
- Difficult
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet including high-quality flakes/pellets, live/frozen foods, and vegetable matter
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish such as other tetras, barbs, rasboras, and small catfish. Avoid keeping them with fin-nipping or aggressive species.
Gender Differences
Males are larger and more colorful than females, with longer fins and brighter coloration.
Stock Congo Tetra in Your Tank
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