Species Care
BLACK NEON TETRA
Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Max Growth Size: 4 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, community fish.
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 23-27 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.0-7.5
- General Hardness: Soft
Range: Brazil: Taquari river
Reproduction: Egg-scatterer among plants, needs soft water. Fry initially require very small foods.
Feeding: Omnivorous. Eats all normal foods, appreciates occasional feeds of live or frozen foods.
Additional Comments: Schooling fish. Common aquarium fish, ideal for the beginner.
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