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Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) in a freshwater aquarium

Characidae

Neon Tetra

Paracheirodon innesi

Neon Tetras are beginner-level peaceful aquarium residents that reach about 1.5 in. Neon Tetras are peaceful schooling fish that feel safest in groups of at least 4. They work best with calm tank mates that share similar water parameters.

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Quick Stats

Tank

10+ gal

pH

6-7

Temp

70-79F

Size

1.5 in

Temperament

Peaceful

Care

Beginner

Swim Level

Middle

Group

4+

Neon Tetra Care Guide

The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a beginner-level freshwater aquarium resident from Peru, Colombia, Brazil. It reaches about 1.5 inches and should be kept in tanks of at least 10 gallons.

Keep water near pH 6-7, temperature 70-79F, and hardness 2-12 dH. Feed omnivore, flakes, micro pellets with 1-2 small feedings daily.

Neon Tetras are peaceful schooling fish that feel safest in groups of at least 4. They work best with calm tank mates that share similar water parameters.

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Use Caution With

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Size 0.8 inpH 6.5-7.8
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Size 2.4 inpH 6-7.5
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Size 4.3 inpH 7-8

Species To Avoid

Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) in a freshwater aquarium

Angelfish

Size 5.9 inpH 6.5-7.5
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Axolotl

Size 0.4 inpH 6.8-8
Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) in a freshwater aquarium

Clown Loach

Size 11.8 inpH 6-7.5
Common Pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus) in a freshwater aquarium

Common Pleco

Size 17.7 inpH 6.5-7.8