Black neon tetra

Care requirements

• Minimum tank 31 × 12 in (80 × 30 cm) or larger.
• Adult size 1.4 in (35 mm), excluding the tail
• Temperature 75–79°F (24–26°C)
• pH 6.5–7.5
• GH 4–12 dGH
• Ammonia and nitrite 0 ppm

Housing & compatibility

Keep six or more of the same species, with open swimming space and peaceful tankmates of similar size that share their water needs.

Diet

Scatter fine flakes or Hikari Micro Pellets in small portions so the whole school can eat. Offer Hikari Bio-Pure Frozen Daphnia for variety.

Species notes

Look for a pale stripe over a broad black band. Black neons are a separate species from neon tetras.

Reference photo by Juan R. Lascorz. Original photo · CC BY-SA 3.0