Lemon Tetra Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Lemon Tetra in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters)
• Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish such as other tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and small peaceful cichlids. Avoid housing with large, aggressive, or fin-nipping species.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming areas. Benefits from subdued lighting and a dark substrate to enhance coloration. Should be kept in schools of at least 6-8 individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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