Neptune’s rating:
68- pH6.5 - 7.5
- Temperature22.0 - 28.0 °C
- Length3.0 - 6.0 cm
- TemperamentSocial, Social
- HardinessModerate
- RarityUncommon
- PopularityPopular
- DifficultyModerate
- Liters per Fish4.0 L
- Minimum School Size6.0
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- FeedFlakes, Pellets, Bloodworms, Brine Shrimp, Tubifex Worms, Frozen Shrimp, Vegetable Matter, Algae Wafers, Color Enhancing Food, Daphnia, Micro Worms, Feeder Fish, Freeze-dried Foods, Stick-on Tablets
- AffordabilityAffordable
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Lemon tetra
The Lemon tetra is a small, brightly colored freshwater fish native to South America, particularly the Amazon River Basin. It boasts a translucent, lemon-yellow body with a distinctive black spot on its dorsal fin and hints of red on the anal fin. Well-known and popular in the aquarium hobby, this fish is favored for its vibrant coloration and peaceful temperament, making it an ideal choice for community tanks.