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Emperor tetra Profile

Nematobrycon palmeri

ℹ️ Overview

The Emperor tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) is a striking freshwater fish native to Colombia's rivers in South America. It is renowned for its captivating coloration, featuring a shimmering blend of iridescent blue and green along its body, complemented by a distinctive black horizontal stripe and subtle hints of yellow on the fins. With its elegant finnage, including long, flowing dorsal and anal fins, this small, typically reaching about 2 inches in length, tetra adds a vibrant touch to any aquarium. A well-regarded species among aquarium enthusiasts, the Emperor tetra is celebrated for both its beauty and its peaceful temperament, making it a popular choice for community tanks.

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  • AffordabilityAffordable
  • DifficultyChallenging
  • HardinessResilient
  • pH5.5 - 7.5
  • PopularityPopular
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

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