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Black Neon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi)

Black Neon Tetra

Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi

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Hardy and active tetra for community tanks. Keep in a group to reduce stress.

Adult size
1.5 in
Smallest tank
15 gal
Keep them in groups of
6+
Temperature
73–81 °F
pH · hardness
5.5–7.5 · 1–12 dGH
Food
Omnivore: flakes, micro pellets, frozen foods
Start a freshwater build to add this

Gets along with

Chili RasboraNerite SnailRamshorn SnailMalaysian Trumpet SnailAssassin SnailGhost ShrimpBetta (male)Ember Tetra

Think twice about

Cherry Shrimp — shrimp it would huntBlue Dream Shrimp — shrimp it would huntWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow — needs 60–72 °FCrystal Red Shrimp — shrimp it would huntTiger Shrimp — shrimp it would huntDiscus — needs 82–88 °F

Easy plants for the same tank

Staurogyne RepensRed Tiger LotusTemple PlantBacopa MonnieriAmazon SwordWater Sprite

Care ranges are typical hobby guidance and vary by source and by where the animal came from. Ask your supplier and watch your own tank. Spot a mistake on this page? Let me know.