Black Neon Tetra (3 CM)
£3.10
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The Black neon tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi) is a small, peaceful freshwater fish native to the Paraguay River basin in southern Brazil.
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Description
Overview & Appearance
- Size: Grows to a maximum length of about 4 cm (1.6 inches).
- Markings: Features two distinct adjacent longitudinal stripes along its body—an iridescent white stripe directly above a wider black stripe.
- Eyes: Displays two thin color bands across the top of the eye, red above yellow.
- Lifespan: Lives for up to 5 years.
- Naming: Named after pet book publisher Herbert R. Axelrod, whose magazine published the first description of the species. It is distinct from the regular Neon tetra and the unrelated Black tetra (Gymnocorymbus ternetzi).
Aquarium Care
- Temperament: Peaceful, hardy, and ideal for community tanks with other small fish.
- Schooling: Must be kept in groups of at least six to feel secure and display natural behavior.
- Tank Size: Minimum of a 10 to 20-gallon aquarium.
- Water Conditions: Prefers temperatures between 68°–78°F (20°–26°C), soft to medium hardness, and a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.5).
- Environment: Thrives in planted tanks with subdued lighting, dark substrate, and open swimming space.
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