Overview
The Columbian Tetra gets its name from its bright red tail, and its reflective body. Perfect for the community aquarium, this hardy Tetra will be a great choice for the beginner to the expert aquarist.
A planted aquarium of at least 20 gallons will be the ideal environment for the Columbian Tetra. Rocks and driftwood help mirror its natural habitat and will help to reduce stress on this fish. This species does best with soft slightly acidic water with high filtration.
Columbian Tetras will breed occasionally in an aquarium setting and a hospital or "breeding tank" will be necessary. Slightly acidic water is best for optimal breeding habits. After spawning remove the parents or they will eat their offspring.
The Columbian Tetra will accept many small foods such as brine shrimp or daphnia, freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex, micro pellet food, and a high quality flake food.
Care
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Colour Form: Blue, Red, Silver
Diet: Omnivore
Max Size: 7cm
Family: Characidae
Tank Size: 50L
Temperature: 20-28c
pH: 6.0-7.5
*Product Photo is for reference only. Exact fish may vary in size and colour
