Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – micro pellets, flake food, frozen baby brine shrimp, micro worms
Aquarium species profile
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi · South America (Amazon basin, Peru/Brazil)
Minimum tank10 gal
Adult size1.5"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature70–81°F
pH range6.0–7.0
Compatible tank mates
Other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, peaceful dwarf cichlids, small livebearers
Tank mates to avoid
Large predatory fish (Oscars, Angelfish adults), aggressive species
Care notes
Schooling fish; keep in groups of 6 or more. Susceptible to Neon Tetra Disease. Prefers soft, acidic water.
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.