
Neon Tetras
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Product OverviewBring dynamic motion, vibrant glow, and natural harmony to your aquarium with the iconic Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi). Renowned for their iridescent electric-blue horizontal body stripe and striking ruby-red lower flank, these peaceful freshwater fish create an mesmerizing visual effect as they swim together in schools. Carefully quarantine-inspected and acclimated at Crystal Streams Aquatics, our Neon Tetras are active, healthy, and feeding eagerly on premium flake foods and micro-pellets. Why Choose Neon Tetras for Your Tank?Vibrant Visual - Contrast: Their metallic blue and red coloration creates a stunning focal point against green live plants, driftwood, and dark substrates. - Peaceful Community Nature: Completely non-aggressive and gentle, making them ideal tankmates for shrimp, small rasboras, guppies, gouramis, and corydoras. - Active Schooling Behavior: Watching a group of 5 to 10+ Neon Tetras move in unison provides a soothing and natural aquatic display. - Beginner-Friendly: Resilient and easy to care for when kept in stable water conditions. Care : LevelEasy / Beginner-Friendly Temperament: Peaceful / Schooling (Keep in groups of 5+) Adult Size: 2.5 cm – 3.5 cm (1 – 1.5 inches) Minimum Tank Size: 40 Liters Temperature: 21°C – 26° CpH Range: 6.0 – 7.5 Water Hardness: 1 – 10 dGH Diet: Omnivore (High-quality flakes, micro-pellets, daphnia, brine shrimp) Lifespan: 3 to 5 years with proper care