Black neon tetra care
Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
Black neon tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi) grows to about 4 cm (1.6 in) and needs a tank of at least 54 liters (14 US gallons). Keep it at 23–27 °C (73–81 °F) with a pH of 5.5–7.5.
FreshwaterEasyPeaceful
Adult size4 cm · 1.6 in
Smallest tank54 L · 14 gal
Temperature23–27 °C · 73–81 °F
pH5.5–7.5
GroupGroups of 6+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsMiddle
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyPlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraMollyBristlenose plecoCherry barbSwordtailOtocinclus
Avoid with
Fancy goldfishParadise fishWhite cloud minnowDiscusConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyDemasoni cichlidSeverumCommon goldfishKoiPea puffer
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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