Piaba Tetra Care Guide
Moenkhausia phaenota
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 5.0 cm / 2.0"
- Temperature
- 22–27°C (72–80°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 10 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom-Mid
- Origin
- Brazil
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Easy
Diet
Omnivorous; enjoys a varied diet of flake foods, small pellets, and frozen foods.
Community Compatibility
A peaceful addition to any community aquarium with other small, non-aggressive fish.
Good to Know
The Piaba Tetra is noted for its peaceful nature and striking lateral stripe that shines under aquarium lighting.
Gender Differences
Males are slightly more colorful, especially during spawning season.
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