Lemon Tetra (2-3 CM)
£4.30
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The Lemon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish native to the Amazon River basin in South America.
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Description
Description & Appearance
- Size: Grows up to 4 to 5 cm (1.5 to 2 inches) in length.
- Color: Features a translucent, pale yellow-to-silver body with striking black and yellow markings on the dorsal and anal fins.
- Eyes: A bright red upper iris indicates good health.
- Lifespan: Lives for 6 to 8 years with proper care.
Natural Habitat
- Origin: Found in clear, shallow, slow-moving tributaries and mineral-deficient waters in Brazil, particularly around the Tapajós River basin.
- Behavior: Gathers in large shoals near dense aquatic plants for protection against predators.
Aquarium Care
- Tank Size: Minimum of 38 liters (10 gallons) for a small group, though larger setups are better.
- Water Parameters: Temperature of 21–28 °C (70–82 °F) and a pH level between 6.0 and 7.4.
- Social Needs: Best kept in a community tank in schools of at least six individuals (ideally 10 or more) to reduce stress and show natural schooling behavior.
- Diet: Omnivorous; accepts flakes, pellets, and live or frozen foods like daphnia and bloodworms.
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