The Lemon tetra is a beautiful, peaceful community species which is best kept in groups of 6 or more. They may not always show their best colours in shop stock tanks, but once settled into the planted home aquarium, their stunning lemon yellow colours will intensify. An albino variety is also available.
Synonyms | None |
Distribution | Tapajos River Basin, Brazil. Most specimens offered for sale in the aquatics trade are tank-raised. |
Maximum Size | 4cm (1.58") |
Temperature | 23-28°C |
Water Parameters | Captive-raised specimens will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 6-8, dH: up to 20 degrees. |
Compatibility | Community |
Lighting | No special requirements |
Sexual Dimorphism | Females fuller bodied. Males with slightly wider black edge to anal fin. Males also have tiny hooks on the anal fin. |
Feeding | Flake, granules and frozen foods |
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