Tetra | Black Neon Tetra

Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi Common Name: Black Neon Tetra, Black Neons Adult Size: 1.5 inches Life Expectancy: 3 - 5 years Habitat: South America, Brazil Aquarium Size: 20 gallons Ideal Water Conditions: Temperature Range: 72 - 80°F pH Range: 5.5 - 7.0 Water Hardness: 1 - 4 Temperament: Very peaceful and best kept in a small school (shoal) of 6 or more.  Diet & Nutrition: An omnivore - provide a varied diet with live food, frozen food and they should accept flake food. Breeding & Spawning: Have been bred in captivity and are egg layers. Gender: Can be difficult to determine, female may be more full bodied.