To encourage their best colors to show, it is best to keep them in groups of 6 or more. When young or stressed, they may appear to be white or gray fish without any color. Visit in-store and discuss with an Animates team member if you have any questions about our range. Remarks: Lemon Tetras (Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis) develop bright yellow bodies with red eyes as they age and settle into their tank.
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This fish will generally reach about 2 inches (5 cm) in length and has a lifespan of. Each species may vary to the images and at times colouration may develop in different patterns and at different life stages. The Lemon Tetra is a full-bodied and laterally-compressed species of tetra. On average, they live for around 6 years in captivity, though well cared individuals can quite easily live for 8 years or longer.Īll Live Fish are only available as in-store purchase. These fish stay relatively small, and grow to a maximum of 4cm. They are often found in heavily vegetated areas of narrow, overgrown streams, and this environment should be recreated as closely as possible in the home aquarium.
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Lemon tetras inhabit clear water, with a moderate current, and tend to dwell in the shallows near to shore. Most tetras are a very active schooling fish that work well in a peaceful community aquarium. Tetras are found primarily in the streams & rivers of South America and Africa. The lemon tetra (Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis) is a very easy to care for fish, that is tolerable to almost any water parameters the common hobbyist.
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Very peaceful, making it an ideal resident of the well-researched community aquarium. Tetra TetraColor PLUS Tropical Flakes Fish Food. Schooling fish, ideal for a community aquarium with other peaceful tankmates