TheLemonTetrais a peaceful & hardy shoaling species and enjoys a planted aquarium in groups of 6 or more.Suited to beginner aquarists this energetic fishadds a pop of colour to your aquarium.

Lemon tetras are native to South America and inhabit parts of the Amazon River

Features ofLemon Tetra’s:

• Transparent body that shines with a red eye
• A fine black line on the caudal fin
• Bold black line on anal fins with bright yellow section, more prominent in males
• Classic diamond shaped “tetra” body slightly deeper bodied
• Energetic and active swimmers
• Grows up to 5cm

The Best Aquarium Size for LemonTetra’s:

The minimum tank size for a small group ofNeon Black Tetra’sis 50L. The LemonTetrawill occupy the top to middle water column in the aquarium. They are active swimmers so if keeper a group larger than 6, opt for a larger aquarium.

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Tank Mate Compatibility:

The LemonTetraare a shoaling fishand should be kept in schools of 6 or more.This species does well with other similarly sized and peaceful community fish.

Great tank mates for LemonTetra’sinclude:

• Corydoras Catfish
• Neon Tetra
• Mystery Snails
• Rasbora’s
• Kuhli Loach
• Hatchet Fish

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Feeding :

LemonTetra’s are omnivores and should have a varied diet for optimal health. They will acceptflakesandpellets,and their diet should be supplemented with spirulina,blackworms, bloodworms,brine shrimp, and daphnia.

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LemonTetra Fish Tank Setup:

Aquarium Filtration

Naturally found in slow moving streams, mimic the LemonTetra’snatural environment by using a good aquarium filter that wont create strong water movements. They are a hardy species but enjoy stable and clean waters.

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Aquatic Plants for LemonTetra’s

The LemonTetrais naturally found black waters heavily vegetated with plenty of driftwood.It provides shade & spaces to hide to ensure happy fish. The following live aquatic plants will do better in low light aquariums.

• Christmas Moss
• Java Moss
• Java Fern
• Cryptocoryne Wendtii
• Amazon Sword
• Anubias

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Tank Decorations for LemonTetra’s

LemonTetra’senjoy black water aquariums andsoft acidic water.The colour of fish are enhanced when conditions are ideal and fish are less stressed. Add driftwood and natural decorations that release tannins to mimic their natural environment.

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Substrate for LemonTetra’s

Dark coloured substrates enhance the colour of the fish and help lower light levels, reducing stress. They prefer sandy substrates.

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