Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – micro pellets, flake, frozen baby brine shrimp
Aquarium species profile
Glowlight Tetra
Hemigrammus erythrozonus · South America (Essequibo River, Guyana)
Minimum tank10 gal
Adult size1.5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature74–82°F
pH range5.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, livebearers, dwarf cichlids
Tank mates to avoid
Large predatory fish, fin-nippers
Care notes
Named for the vivid neon orange-red stripe running the full length of the body. Warm-toned complement to the cooler Neon Tetra. School of 6+ looks stunning in planted tanks. Hardy and very easy to keep.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.