Black Neon Tetra Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Black Neon Tetra in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (38 liters)
• Compatibility: Excellent for community aquariums with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as other tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid housing with large, aggressive, or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Benefits from subdued lighting and a dark substrate to enhance its coloration. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural schooling behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

5.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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