(Please note that the fish shown in the photo is only a representative of what an adult specimen would look like. The color may vary based on the age and sex of the fish you receive.)
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
Common Name: Black Neon Tetra, Black Neons
Adult Size: 1.5 inches
Life Expectancy: 3 - 5 years
Habitat: South America, Brazil
Aquarium Size: 20 gallons
Ideal Water Conditions:
- Temperature Range: 72 - 80°F
- pH Range: 5.5 - 7.0
- Water Hardness: 1 - 4
Temperament: Very peaceful and best kept in a small school (shoal) of 6 or more.
Diet & Nutrition: An omnivore - provide a varied diet with live food, frozen food and they should accept flake food.
Breeding & Spawning: Have been bred in captivity and are egg layers.
Gender: Can be difficult to determine, female may be more full bodied.
Compatible Tank Mates: See Compatibility Chart