Tetra Paracheirodon Innesi
How hard are they to keep?
The neon tetra is probably the most popular of all aquarium fish. It is reasonably hardy and easy to care for.
What is its maximum size?
3-4cm
Where are they from?
The Diamond Neon is a iridescent strain bred from the Neon Tetra for the aquarium.
How many can I keep?
Neon Tetras are a shoaling species. We recommend between 6 to 20 neons in your aquarium as they are best when seen in numbers.
What are the ideal water conditions?
Ideal water conditions are slightly acidic to neutral but they will adapt to a wide range of water parameters. Temperature 20-26c. PH 6-8.
What do you feed them?
Neon’s are omnivorous and will eat a variety of foods. Feed a varied diet of frozen, freeze dried and flake foods.
How compatible is it with other fish?
The neon is a community fish and can go with other peaceful community fish. See tank mates.
How do you breed them?
Males are slimmer and have a straighter blue line along the side. Water temperature of 25c, very soft water of PH 5 or lower and subdued lighting. The eggs are laid over fine leaved plants and hatch in 24 hours. Feed the newly hatched fry on fine live food infusoria or liquid food for 10-12 days. They should then be able to feed on newly hatched brine shrimp.
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