Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – micro pellets, flake, frozen foods
Aquarium species profile
Pristella Tetra
Pristella maxillaris · South America (coastal Venezuela, Guyana, Amazon delta)
Minimum tank10 gal
Adult size1.75"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–82°F
pH range6.0–8.0
Compatible tank mates
Other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, livebearers, small cichlids
Tank mates to avoid
Predatory fish, aggressive species
Care notes
Also called X-Ray Tetra for its semi-transparent body. Distinctive black-and-yellow dorsal and anal fins. Extremely hardy — tolerates a wide range of water conditions including slightly brackish. Excellent beginner tetra.
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.