PetFish.Net Guide - Barbs, Tetras And Minnows
PetFish.Net Guide - Barbs, Tetras And Minnows
PetFish.Net Guide - Barbs, Tetras And Minnows
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Red-Eye Tetra<br />
By Jason Lang<br />
© Jason Lang<br />
© Jason Lang<br />
AKA: Lamp-eye Tetra and Glass Tetra<br />
Species/genus: Moenkhausia sanctaefilomenae<br />
Family: Characins<br />
Origin: Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and eastern Peru<br />
Adult size: almost 3 inches<br />
Temp: 73 - 82°F<br />
pH: 5 to 8.5<br />
dH: soft to medium hard<br />
Temperament: This is a very peaceful fish that is well suited for a community tank.<br />
But do tend to nip fins occasionally.<br />
Numbers: This is a shoaling fish and should be kept in Groups of at least 6<br />
Minimum tank size: 20 gallons<br />
Tank setup: Does well in a planted tank with a large open shoaling area.
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