Neptune’s rating:
62- AffordabilityAffordable
- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessResilient
- Length2.5 - 4.5 cm
- Liters per Fish3 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.5 - 7.5
- PopularityModerate
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature24.0 - 28.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourMildly Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Penguin tetra
The Penguin Tetra, also known as Thayeria boehlkei, is a small, attractive freshwater fish native to the Amazon Basin in South America. It is known for its distinctive black and white coloration, which gives it a penguin-like appearance, hence its name. The body of the Penguin Tetra is primarily silver, with a vertical black line running down the tail fin, resembling a penguin's outline. It's a popular choice among aquarium enthusiasts due to its peaceful nature, striking appearance, and ease of care. The Penguin Tetra is well-regarded in the hobby for its schooling behavior, making it a beautiful addition to community tanks.