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Penguin tetra

Thayeria boehlkei

Neptune’s rating:

62
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  • 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.

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