The Cardinal Tetra is a popular freshwater fish that many people enjoy keeping in their home aquariums. Cardinal tetras will quickly become one of the favourite fish in your aquarium. These tiny, schooling fish are hardy and playful—so much so that they can outsmart even seasoned aquarists! Cardinal tetra is a friendly fish that shares space generously with its tank mate. While they can be hard to breed in captivity, these brightly coloured fish stay active and are available in multiples colours of red, yellow, and orange. Habitat   The cardinal tetra is most commonly seen in slow-moving, shallow water. They mainly eat small animals on plants roots and leaf litter but have been known to take live prey as well. The Cardinal Tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi) is a fish that has been around for centuries. Originating from the rivers in South America, specifically the upper Orinoco and to the Rio Negro River. These little guys are fascinating because they usually only live about 2-3 years due to their small size but have still managed to thrive since then.  Colour A Cardinal tetra is not only beautiful, but it's an excellent fish for almost any aquarium. Consider these benefits; they're small and sturdy enough that they can live in a 20-litre tank. They are tolerant of water quality fluctuations and the temperatures found in your home or office environment. Plus, they grow up to just 5cm long, so their accommodations will be easy as pie! And while we know you'll want to buy this beauty some friends once he gets settled in his new digs, don't worry about other types of fish bothering him—he'd rather eat plants than other aquatic life forms!   Potential Tank mates for Cardinal Tetras Cardinal tetras are one of the most popular fish species. They should always be kept in large schools and prefer to swim around with others, even if they're not their kind! If you want your tank to have the perfect balance between lively company and a serene environment for some time alone, then these guys will become part of it. Potential tank mates that may be suitable other than tetras are Danios, Rasbora, and Dwarf Gouramis. If the companion fish has a big mouth enough to swallow the cardinal tetra, it is not a suitable tank mate.   Cardinal Tetra Care There are a lot of reasons to purchase a larger aquarium. One of the most important is that Cardinal Tetras live better in bigger tanks! These fish can be seen living happily and healthily in tanks with 20 litres, but we always recommend going as big as you possibly can if you wish to enjoy the fish schooling to full effect. Cardinal Tetras are delicate and need mature tanks with soft acidic water to thrive. They can't survive in a tank that's only been set up for an hour, so use caution if you're new! Luckily they love having stable conditions because it lets them live longer lives without getting sick as often. The best pH is below 6, while the hardness should stay below 4 dGH (decigrams per litre) since high levels of minerals make their health deteriorate quickly. Finally, this species loves warmer temperatures but does well from 23°C to 27 °C. We recommend having Floating Plants on their tanks; not only do they moderate the light, but floating aquatic plants also help with CO2 and oxygen levels in the water.  Diet and Feeding Cardinal Tetra will eat most foods, but be sure to feed them 75% of high-quality flake food, so they stay healthy! Make sure to provide live foods or frozen snacks for your little guys, including brine shrimp and bloodworms that are high in protein. If you're going to feed them all day, try offering three minutes' worth of food every feeding--their little mouths can't handle large pieces very well.  Gender Identification Males and females show few apparent differences between the sexes, with female cardinal tetras having a deeper body than males with an almost round belly. The hook protruding from the male's anal fin tells other prospective mates they are mature enough to breed!  Breeding Cardinal Tetras Breeding cardinal tetras is a difficult task. But if you are persistent, success will be within your grasp! The female cardinal tetra produces eggs when she feels the need to reproduce - typically during evenings and late nights from 130-500 eggs. A separate breeding tank with stable water conditions, a pH of 5.0 to 6.0, and very soft water 3-5 dGH or below is essential for success.  FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the Difference between Neon Tetra and Cardinal Tetra? The most obvious difference between the Cardinal and Neon Tetras is their coloration. While both are beautiful in their own right, it's hard to ignore that for Neons, only half of its body sports a vibrant red stripe while Cardinals have an equally colourful anal fin and gills as well as whole-body stripes. The main differences between these two fish types come down primarily to colouring: one has less than dazzling colours on about 50% of his body (Neon), where the other will stun you with brilliant blues, greens, yellows--even oranges! Of course, some structural distinctions like fins, but we are all more interested in how they look when swimming around our tanks anyway.  Can a tetra live without a filter and heater? A tetra can live without a filter yes, a heater not so much. Below 24 degree's C your tetra will not be happy campers, however a regular water change can suffice in lieu of a filter.

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Category Rating Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful Color Form: Silver body, red nose, black/white striped caudal fin Lifespan: 6-8 years Size: 2-2.5 inches Diet: Omnivore Family: Characidae Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons Tank Set-Up: Planted freshwater tank with open swimming space Compatibility: Peaceful community aquariums

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The green neon tetra (Paracheirodon simulans) is a freshwater fish of the family Characidae of order Characiformes. It is native to the upper Orinoco and Negro Rivers in South America.[2] This fish is similar in appearance to the closely related and better-known neon tetra, but it is slightly smaller, and its red patch is less pronounced, while the blue-green areas of the upper body are more brilliant. Also, its body is slimmer than that of the neon tetra. It grows to a maximum overall length of about 3.5 cm (1.4 in). Like the other Paracheirodon species, the green neon tetra is kept as an aquarium fish, but it is less commonly seen than either the neon tetra or the cardinal tetra. P. simulans is also sometimes called the blue or false neon. Hyphessobrycon simulans and Cheirodon simulans are obsolete synonyms. A Green neon tetra with the lack of red stripe clearly visibleThis fish loses its brilliant blue and red colors when lights are switched off, but regains them when lights are switched on again. The green neon tetra comes from extremely soft, acidic water at temperatures around 24 to 29 °C (75 to 84 °F). Source: Wikipedia contributors. Green neon tetra. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. August 1, 2019, 17:27 UTC. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Green_neon_tetra&oldid=908887477. Accessed October 18, 2019.

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 Described By:  Géry & Uj, 1987   😊 Description Temperament Peaceful Predator Colour Form Varied Bright Colours.  Not Sexually Dimorphic - difference only when eggs are present. Lifespan Roughly 2 years Diet 🥩🌿 Omnivores - feeds on pellets, live foods and frozen foods. Minimum Tank Size 20 Litres Tank Setup Plants - Such as Duckweed, Anubias or Java Fern with many rocks and woods. Such as Dragon Stone, Dragon Wood, Quan Woods. Compatibility Peaceful - However due to the size please be aware that it can be eaten by bigger fish. 😊 Habitat Little information appears to exist but presumably inhabits minor tributaries, backwaters and oxbow lakes rather than main river channels. In the Araguaia drainage such habitats typically contain soft, weakly acidic water with the substrate covered by a layer of fallen leaves and branches. 😊 How many ember tetras in a 10 gallon tank? In a 10 gallon tank you can have around 12 - 18 ember tetras.  😊 How many ember tetras in a 5 gallon tank? In a 10 gallon tank you can have around 6 ember tetras.  😊 How to breed ember tetras? Ember Tetras are egg scatterers. Most people don't really bother with breeding Ember Tetras as they are a low value fish. In Australia, if you were going to breed anything, consider breeding fighting fish or shrimps.  😊 What do ember tetras eat? We recommend you provide Ember Tetras with plenty of varied foods like Hikari Micro Pellets or Prestige Bettas Golden Pearl Fry Foods.

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Classification Order: Characiformes Family: Alestidae Distribution: Wild populations are endemic to parts of the River Congo drainage in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Habitat: Most of the fish available in the trade are bred commercially in the Far East and Eastern Europe. Maximum Standard Length: Male 8cm. Female 6cm.The Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus) is a very pretty fish that comes from the tributaries of the Congo River in Zaire. Preferring slightly acidic waters and murky waters they get to around 8 cm if given the time and the space to grow. They are very easy to keep and the males does grow these extraordinary long streamers that makes them absolutely divine in the tank. They prefer a temperature of around 26 to 30C and they prefer a pH of around 6.5 to 7.0. We have had Congo Tetras in our store for quite a long time and they have enjoyed being such a delightful staple within Nano Tanks Australia and OzDiscus. In fact they are so pretty that we put them in our display tanks. When you are looking for something that will go with Discus or Angelfish give Congo Tetras a go. They keep to themselves, they are easy to feed and easy to keep. Check out the Adult Congo Tetras that enjoys our tank.  How to breed Congo Tetras Congo Tetras are egg scatterers. The best way to breed these is by breeding them in a group. For the average hobbyist however, Congo Tetras when they are old enough will naturally breed without much interference.  How big do Congo Tetras get Congo Tetra Males get to around 12cm with Streamers on it's dorsal and Anal Fins, The Females get around 8cm and they won't have the streamers.  Are Congo Tetras aggressive Congo Tetras are not aggressive but they should be kept in a school of greater than 6. The bigger the tank the better they will be.  Are Congo Tetras fin nippers Congo Tetras are not fin nippers, however, they will eat whatever can fit into their mouths. They are the ideal companions for Discus and Angelfish and they won't touch any of these fish.  Do Congo Tetra eat smaller fish They don't necessarily eat smaller fish. We have put guppies and other types of fish with Congo Tetras and they completely ignore them. However, if they do find something that is way too small and it's not as healthy they will eat any fish or any bigger fish.  How long does it take for Congo Tetras to mature When given enough space 4ft or larger they will mature very quickly. When you buy them through the shop like ours they are usually 12 weeks old. They will be old enough within 12 months.  Is my Congo Tetras dying Congo Tetras are tough fish! If you find that one is dying then it will not school with its tank mates then you will see that it will slowly die away. You will see that they will loose there colours when they are dying and you should remove fish when they are dying.  What goes with Congo Tetras A lot of fish goes well with Congo Tetras, from South American Cichlids to Discus, to Angelfish and even Rainbowfish. They are truly a very nice fish to have in your tank. What is compatible with Congo Tetras They are best kept with South American Cichlids to Discus, to Angelfish and even Rainbowfish. What is the ideal kh for Congo Tetras kH is not required to be checked with Congo Tetras as it does not impact them.  Will Congo Tetras eat cherry shrimp Congo Tetras will gobble up cherry shrimps no matter how small they are. So, please don't consider using Congo Tetras as tanks mates.

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QUICK OVERVIEW: Category Rating Care Level: Moderate Temperament: Peaceful Color Form: Silver body, red nose, black/white striped caudal fin Lifespan: 6-8 years Size: 2-2.5 inches Diet: Omnivore Family: Characidae Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons Tank Set-Up: Planted freshwater tank with open swimming space Compatibility: Peaceful community aquariums   The Platinum Rummynose Tetra is a freshwater fish from the Characidae family native to South America. Three very similar species of fish are known as the rummy nose tetra:  Hemigrammus rhodostomus (the true rummy nose tetra) Hemigrammus bleheri (also known as the brilliant rummy nose tetra or the common rummy nose tetra) Petitella georgiae (the false rummy nose tetra). The three species are native to South America, living in the Amazon River. Each species occupies a different region of the river. Shoaling fish are popular with beginners, but these are not the easiest to care for. These fish can be quite sensitive to water parameter changes, so you need to be vigilant. They don’t handle mistakes well. A group of rummy nose tetras works well in a community tank. This species is peaceful and gets along well with many other types of fish, but it won’t do well if kept with boisterous fish that cause it stress. They can live for 6-8 years in captivity if kept in a healthy environment. Typical Behavior These fish naturally gather in large groups, creating some impressive displays. The colors of the fish are more striking and their behaviors more impressive when they swim together. Platinum Rummynose Tetras tend to swim in the middle levels of the water, but they might stray up or down in order to feed. You might see them hiding among plants if they get stressed by bright lights or pestering fish. Platinum Rummynose Tetra Tank Mates You can keep Platinum Rummynose Tetras in groups of 6 or more. The schooling fish coordinate their movements and put on a nice little display. Other fish can be kept in the same tank with the Rummy Nose Tetra. The only things you need to worry about are keeping aggressive or large fish out of the tank. While a Platinum Rummynose Tetra will not bother other fish, its distinct markings make it a target for other bully fish. Here are some fish that make great tank mates for the Rummy Nose Tetra: Green Neon Tetra Pearl Gourami Corydoras Catfish Hatchetfish Yo-Yo Loach Cherry Barb Dwarf Gourami Harlequin Rasbora Appearance The Platinum Rummynose Tetra is popular because of its interesting colors and patterns across its body. The body of this fish is mostly silver with a deep red head giving it its name, while the caudal fin stands out just as much as the head with a zebra-like design of black and white horizontal stripes. The body is a torpedo shape with short, clear fins (except the caudal fin). When fully grown, this fish should reach 2.5 inches long. Food and Diet It’s easy to feed Platinum Rummynose Tetras. They are omnivores and thrive well on plant-based materials and protein. Generally, the fish will eat small bits of plant debris or algae. But you need to supplement those snacks with a regular balanced diet.  Fish flakes and pellets work just fine. They should contain everything your Rummy Nose Tetra needs to stay healthy. Giving your fish a treat every once in a while is a nice way to keep them contented. Live or frozen foods such as daphnia, bloodworms and brine shrimp are favorites among most fish, and they provide protein too.  Feed your fish two small meals a day, but don’t overfeed them: you don’t want excess food polluting the water chemistry. Watch how much food your fish are eating so you can adjust the amount accordingly. Breeding Platinum Rummynose Tetras are not difficult to breed; you simply must create optimal conditions in your tank to trigger spawning. The first step is ensuring that you have both males and females in the tank. Since it’s difficult to sex the fish, try purchasing multiple specimens and watching them for signs of courtship behavior. The temperature should be raised to 29 degrees Celcius, which mimics the warmer breeding season in the wild. If successful, the female will swim to a leaf and turn over so that the male can fertilize the eggs.  She’ll then lay large eggs onto the leaf. At this point, remove all of the adult Rummy Nose Tetras; they are notorious for feeding on eggs and should be separated from breeding tanks. After about 24 hours, the eggs will hatch. The tiny fish fry will survive off of their egg sacs for up to 2 days. Then, they’ll be able to swim around the tank a bit. Provide them with some food that fry can eat. This includes specialized powder solutions, infusoria, or brine shrimp.    

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Characteristics Family Characidae Origin Southeastern Colombia, eastern Peru, western Brazil Social Peaceful Tank Level Mid-dweller Minimum Tank Size 10 gallon Diet Omnivore Breeding Egg scatterer Care Intermediate pH 7 Hardness Up to 10 dGH Temperature 68 to 79 F (20 to 26 C) Origin and Distribution Neon tetras originated from the clear water and blackwater streams and tributaries in the Orinoco and Amazon river basins in Brazil, Columbia, and Peru. These are regions of blackwaters beneath dense forest canopies that allow very little light to get through. Neon tetras live in shoals mainly in the middle water layers and feed on insects, worms and small crustaceans. Neon tetras are generally all captive-bred, with most coming from fish farms in the Far East and Eastern Europe. Several varieties of captive-bred specimens are now available. These include the long-finned neon tetra, though they are rather rare, as well as a golden strain that is basically a semi-albino variety, and a diamond neon tetra that appears sprinkled with metallic scales along the top portion of the body. One variety has the blue stripe but not the red coloration. Colors and Markings The neon tetra has a slender torpedo-shaped body that reaches no more than an inch and a half in length. What this fish lacks in size, they make up for in color. From the tip of the nose to the adipose fin, the neon tetra has a bright neon blue stripe. It is believed this bright stripe makes them more readily visible to each other in blackwater conditions. Below the blue stripe, the neon tetra sports a white-silver belly. Past the belly, a bright red stripe extends all the way to the tail. The striking red, white, and blue combination make the neon tetra one of the most popular of all aquarium fish. The fish is rivaled only by the cardinal tetra, for which they are often mistaken. The key difference between the two fish is the red stripe. In the neon tetra, it only extends from the middle of the body to the tail. In the cardinal tetra, the red stripe runs the entire length of the fish, from snout to tail. Like other colorful fish, the bright colors of the neon tetra will fade at night when they are resting, when they become alarmed or when they are ill. At the pet store, choose specimens that are actively swimming and robustly colored, as faded colors can be an indication of poor health. Tankmates Neon tetras are peaceful fish that get along well with most community fish. Always keep neon tetras in schools of a half dozen or more as they are a shoaling species that requires the presence of others of their kind. Neon tetras do well in a community tank as long as the other species are not large or aggressive. Small peaceful fish such as rasboras, small tetras, dwarf gouramis, corys, and other small catfish are good choices as companions. Avoid larger tetras, as they will eat neon tetras at the first opportunity. The rule of thumb is, if the mouth of the fish opens large enough to swallow the neon, they will do it sooner or later.

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The Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) is a small freshwater fish native to the Pacific slopes of Panama and Colombia. It is a popular aquarium fish due to its beautiful blue, red and silver coloration. The body of the Emperor Tetra is long and slender, with a pointed snout and a forked tail. It usually grows to just over an inch in length, and can live for up to 5 years in captivity. The Emperor Tetra is a peaceful fish that does best in a community tank with other small, peaceful species. It is an omnivore and will feed on a variety of flake and frozen foods.

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THIS IS THE GOLD FORM! The Cardinal Tetra is a popular freshwater fish that many people enjoy keeping in their home aquariums. Cardinal tetras will quickly become one of the favourite fish in your aquarium. These tiny, schooling fish are hardy and playful—so much so that they can outsmart even seasoned aquarists! Cardinal tetra is a friendly fish that shares space generously with its tank mate. While they can be hard to breed in captivity, these brightly coloured fish stay active and are available in multiples colours of red, yellow, and orange. Habitat   The cardinal tetra is most commonly seen in slow-moving, shallow water. They mainly eat small animals on plants roots and leaf litter but have been known to take live prey as well. The Cardinal Tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi) is a fish that has been around for centuries. Originating from the rivers in South America, specifically the upper Orinoco and to the Rio Negro River. These little guys are fascinating because they usually only live about 2-3 years due to their small size but have still managed to thrive since then.  Colour A Cardinal tetra is not only beautiful, but it's an excellent fish for almost any aquarium. Consider these benefits; they're small and sturdy enough that they can live in a 20-litre tank. They are tolerant of water quality fluctuations and the temperatures found in your home or office environment. Plus, they grow up to just 5cm long, so their accommodations will be easy as pie! And while we know you'll want to buy this beauty some friends once he gets settled in his new digs, don't worry about other types of fish bothering him—he'd rather eat plants than other aquatic life forms!   Potential Tank mates for Cardinal Tetras Cardinal tetras are one of the most popular fish species. They should always be kept in large schools and prefer to swim around with others, even if they're not their kind! If you want your tank to have the perfect balance between lively company and a serene environment for some time alone, then these guys will become part of it. Potential tank mates that may be suitable other than tetras are Danios, Rasbora, and Dwarf Gouramis. If the companion fish has a big mouth enough to swallow the cardinal tetra, it is not a suitable tank mate.   Cardinal Tetra Care There are a lot of reasons to purchase a larger aquarium. One of the most important is that Cardinal Tetras live better in bigger tanks! These fish can be seen living happily and healthily in tanks with 20 litres, but we always recommend going as big as you possibly can if you wish to enjoy the fish schooling to full effect. Cardinal Tetras are delicate and need mature tanks with soft acidic water to thrive. They can't survive in a tank that's only been set up for an hour, so use caution if you're new! Luckily they love having stable conditions because it lets them live longer lives without getting sick as often. The best pH is below 6, while the hardness should stay below 4 dGH (decigrams per litre) since high levels of minerals make their health deteriorate quickly. Finally, this species loves warmer temperatures but does well from 23°C to 27 °C. We recommend having Floating Plants on their tanks; not only do they moderate the light, but floating aquatic plants also help with CO2 and oxygen levels in the water.  Diet and Feeding Cardinal Tetra will eat most foods, but be sure to feed them 75% of high-quality flake food, so they stay healthy! Make sure to provide live foods or frozen snacks for your little guys, including brine shrimp and bloodworms that are high in protein. If you're going to feed them all day, try offering three minutes' worth of food every feeding--their little mouths can't handle large pieces very well.  Gender Identification Males and females show few apparent differences between the sexes, with female cardinal tetras having a deeper body than males with an almost round belly. The hook protruding from the male's anal fin tells other prospective mates they are mature enough to breed!  Breeding Cardinal Tetras Breeding cardinal tetras is a difficult task. But if you are persistent, success will be within your grasp! The female cardinal tetra produces eggs when she feels the need to reproduce - typically during evenings and late nights from 130-500 eggs. A separate breeding tank with stable water conditions, a pH of 5.0 to 6.0, and very soft water 3-5 dGH or below is essential for success.  FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the Difference between Neon Tetra and Cardinal Tetra? The most obvious difference between the Cardinal and Neon Tetras is their coloration. While both are beautiful in their own right, it's hard to ignore that for Neons, only half of its body sports a vibrant red stripe while Cardinals have an equally colourful anal fin and gills as well as whole-body stripes. The main differences between these two fish types come down primarily to colouring: one has less than dazzling colours on about 50% of his body (Neon), where the other will stun you with brilliant blues, greens, yellows--even oranges! Of course, some structural distinctions like fins, but we are all more interested in how they look when swimming around our tanks anyway.  Can a tetra live without a filter and heater? A tetra can live without a filter yes, a heater not so much. Below 24 degree's C your tetra will not be happy campers, however a regular water change can suffice in lieu of a filter.

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The Glowlight Tetra is a stunning addition to any fish tank, with its bright, glowing appearance. As an expert in the aquatic industry, we can assure you of its 2-4cm size and its unique characteristics that will enhance the beauty of your tank. Add a touch of radiance with this captivating fish.

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What is a Black Phantom? Black Phantom Tetra or Hyphessobrycon megalopterus are a Tetra (Characin) that is native to Brazil. What are the living conditions of Black Phantom Tetras? Black Phantom Tetras live in waters around 20 – 28°C. It inhabits soft, acidic waters and grow to around 4cm. Hardness is not an important factor for them but around 18-215ppm is tolerated. Are Black Phantom Tetras aggressive? Individually or in groups they are not aggressive. We have Black Phantom Tetras with Neon Tetras and we find them without issues. How many Black Phantom Tetras can I have? We suggest a group of 6 or more of Black Phantom Tetras in a tank. Do black phantom tetras lay eggs? Black Phantom Tetras is an egg scatterer and they lay there eggs amongst plants or weeds. They lay around 400 eggs at one spawning. How long do black phantom tetras live? Black Phantom Tetras live for around 4 years.  What do Black Phantom Tetra eat? Black Phantom Tetras eat anything.. They are omnivorous in nature and can eat anything that falls in the water. Pellets, Flakes, Live Black worms, Frozen Blood Worms are taken up. What is your opinion on Black Phantom Tetra? We love Black Phantom Tetras, they are a great addition to any tank and we believe they should be more prominently placed in your tanks.

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