Congo Tetra (3-4 CM)
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The Congo tetra – Wikipedia is a colorful freshwater fish native to the central Congo River Basin in Africa.
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Description
Overview and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Phenacogrammus interruptus
- Family: Alestidae (African tetras)
- Order: Characiformes
- Conservation Status: Least Concern according to the IUCN.
Description and Appearance
- Colors: They show bright, shining shades of blue, red, gold, and green.
- Fins: Their tails and fins look feathery with grayish-violet and white edges.
- Size: Males grow up to 3 inches (7.6 cm) long. Females grow up to 2.75 inches (7 cm) long.
- Differences: Males are larger, brighter, and have longer fins than females.
Habitat and Distribution
- Location: Found only in the deep, open waters of the Congo River in Central Africa.
- Environment: They swim in areas with floating plants and hidden structures.
Aquarium Care and Breeding
- Tank Setup: They need warm, soft water kept at 75–80 °F with a neutral pH (6.0–7.5).
- Behavior: They are peaceful schooling fish that do best in groups.
- Breeding: They scatter eggs freely in the water and offer no care to their young.
- Safety: Adult fish eat their own eggs, so you must move the parents away after spawning.
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