Cardinal Tetra
$8.95
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Cardinal Tetra
$8.95
2.5cm
The Cardinal Tetra is one of the most iconic aquarium fish in the world, boasting a vivid electric-blue stripe above a brilliant red body that runs from head to tail. A must-have for any planted community tank.
Stage: Beginner
Temperament: Peaceful
Tank Mates: Community fish — other Tetras, Corydoras, Rasboras, Dwarf Gouramis, Apistogrammas
Origin: South America (Rio Negro, Amazon Basin)
Diet: Omnivore — flakes, micro pellets, frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, daphnia
Water Parameters: pH 4.5–7.0
Water Temp: 23–27°C
Adult Size: 5cm
Tank Size: 60L minimum, best kept in groups of 10+