Black Neon Tetra
Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi · family Characidae
Parameters
- Temperature
- 23–27 °C
- pH
- 5.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 2–15 °dGH
- Tank volume
- from 80 L
- Maximum size
- up to 4 cm
- Group size
- min 6, ideal 10
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Middle
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Lifespan
- 4–5 years
Description
The black neon is a hardy schooling characid. The contrast of its black stripe and green-gold band shows best against a dark substrate.
Care
A standard tropical planted tank. Tolerant of a wide parameter range.
Feeding
All-rounder. Flakes + frozen foods.
Compatibility
Compatibility data not yet available.
FAQ
- Уживается ли с обыкновенным неоном?
- Да, оба миролюбивы и схожи по параметрам. Хорошо смотрятся вместе.
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22