Congo Tetra Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Congo Tetra in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons
• Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with other peaceful, similarly sized species. Avoid fin-nippers or very aggressive tankmates.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Prefers subdued lighting and a dark substrate to enhance coloration. Needs to be kept in schools of at least 6-8 individuals to thrive and exhibit natural behaviors.

Water parameters

Temperature

23-27°C (73-81°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-19 dGH

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