Penguin Tetra Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Penguin 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. Avoid housing with very large or aggressive species that might prey on them.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with open swimming spaces. Best kept in schools of 6 or more individuals to reduce stress and encourage natural behavior. A dark substrate and floating plants can enhance their coloration and provide security.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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