{"product_id":"neon-tetra","title":"Neon Tetra","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Neon Tetra is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish in the hobby, instantly recognisable by its brilliant electric-blue horizontal stripe and vivid red colouring across the rear half of the body. Their small size, peaceful temperament, and active schooling behaviour make them an excellent choice for community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the blackwater streams and tributaries of the Amazon Basin, Neon Tetras naturally inhabit shaded waterways surrounded by dense vegetation, leaf litter, and submerged roots. In the aquarium, they look particularly impressive when kept in a group, where their bright colours create a constantly moving display through planted aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeon Tetras are peaceful community fish and are best kept in groups of \u003cstrong\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e, with larger schools displaying more confident and natural behaviour. They are excellent companions for other peaceful species such as Corydoras, Rasboras, small Gouramis, Otocinclus, and peaceful dwarf cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA varied diet of quality micro pellets, crushed flakes, baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and other appropriately sized frozen or live foods will help maintain their colour, health, and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, peaceful, and visually striking, Neon Tetras are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced freshwater aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eParacheirodon innesi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neon Tetra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amazon Basin, South America\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 Litres\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–12 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 Years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community aquariums, planted tanks, nano aquariums, and Amazon-inspired aquascapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Neon Tetras should I keep?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeon Tetras are schooling fish and should ideally be kept in groups of \u003cstrong\u003e8 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e. Larger groups generally display more natural behaviour and feel more secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Neon Tetras suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Neon Tetras are peaceful and relatively easy to care for when kept in a mature aquarium with stable water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do Neon Tetras eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey accept quality micro pellets and crushed flakes as well as frozen or live foods such as baby brine shrimp and daphnia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Neon Tetras live with shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Adult shrimp are generally safe with Neon Tetras, although very small shrimplets may be eaten. Dense moss and plants provide valuable cover for young shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Neon Tetras live with other community fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. They work particularly well with peaceful species including Corydoras, Rasboras, Otocinclus, small Gouramis, and other appropriately sized community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping too few\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA small group can make Neon Tetras nervous and less active. A larger school creates more natural behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdding them to an immature aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways introduce Neon Tetras to a fully cycled, stable aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping them with aggressive fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid large predatory fish and aggressive tank mates that may harass or consume them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProviding insufficient cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLive plants, driftwood, and shaded areas help Neon Tetras feel secure and display their best colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding only one type of food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRotate quality dry, frozen, and live foods where possible to provide a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":48882015993995,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":48882016026763,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/EWnP30DNup5h4qyQL-gYJ7qys_rG4fQZy5xo7QXEiNS5HwTfsoFWFiD8dllm_Xao1eu25E924ReJkcatwuliCvitgCwzrxHE46sdI5vm_Ia9XHPDJwsSBGSJY3C1DpFXwgCjGC2U5hAFxDoB2NLu2WDNTLAuWvk4tJX0tGiZ8Q-hluOYmJetELa_f631478b-c136-4861-a148-221485f4ef48.jpg?v=1786154089","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/neon-tetra","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}