87101-F Florida Tank Raised Neon Tetra

Water requirements

• Temperature: between 22-27°C
• pH: 6.5-8.0
• Ammonia: Zero mg per litre
• Nitrite: Zero mg per litre
• Nitrate: Not to exceed 20 mg per litre above normal tap water levels
• General hardness: Soft-medium (4-12°dH)
• Carbonate hardness: Soft-medium (3-10°dkH)

Biology

Tetras grow to a range of sizes, but most stay between 2-5cm, with some larger species reaching nearer 10cm. Tetras are shoaling fish and should be kept in groups of at least five in the home aquarium, but more is better. Tetras kept singly or in too small groups will often become stressed.

Aquarium requirements

The larger the aquarium, the more stable the environmental conditions such as temperature and water quality will be. Whatever the size, a filter is always essential. A heater is required to maintain a suitable temperature all year round. To minimise fluctuations in water temperature, the aquarium should not be situated near any draughts or heat sources. It should also be out of direct sunlight and away from loud noises, vibrations and sudden movements. Overhead tank lighting is recommended to maintain correct day-night cycle.

Compatibility

The smaller species such as neon tetras should not be kept with any fish large enough to eat them. The larger or more boisterous species such as Buenos Aires tetra should not be kept with any timid or long finned fish as they may nip their fins. Tetras mix best with species of a similar size and temperament to themselves.