Neon Tetra

Species/genus: Paracheirodon innesi

 
Origin:  South America
 
Temp:  72 - 82°F (22 - 28°C)
 
pH: 5 to 6.5      dH:   Soft
 
Temperament:   Non agressive
 
Adult Size:   1 1/2 inches   (4 cm)

 
Minimum Tank Size:   1 Gallon
 
Feeding:  - Eats all standard aquarium foods with gusto
 
Breeding:  - Difficult to spawn, requires very soft acidic water, eggs must be kept in total darkness and the fry are very tiny and a challenge to raise
 
Comments:

One of the most popular aquarium fishes. It almost seems as if they were made for a planted tank, their bright colors are magnificent against the backdrop of green plants. They are excellent schoolers when kept in groups of 6 or more. they are quite a chore to spawn and raise but many experienced aquarists have done it. Neons are indeed a good choice for beginners to keep; they are hardy, pretty, always actice and very interesting.
 


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Neons do not retain their color at night. If the aquarium lights are suddenly turned on in a dark room you will notice that all the Neons appear colorless. This is normal and their bright colors will return in a matter of minutes after the lights are turned on.