Cardinal tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Familie : Characidae
The cardinal tetra resembles the neon tetra but its red stripe runs the entire length of the body, making it even more colorful.
Beschreibung
The cardinal tetra reaches up to 5 cm. Its red stripe runs from eye to tail, while the blue stripe is shorter. It is hardier than the neon tetra. A schooling, peaceful and very active fish. It prefers acidic and dark waters. In the aquarium, it is sensitive to sudden parameter changes.
Lebensraum
Region :
The cardinal tetra lives in black, acidic waters of the Orinoco and Rio Negro tributaries. These waters are very dark due to tannins, with very low pH and near-zero hardness. The bottom is covered with leaves and wood.
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Temperature 24–30°C, pH 5.0–6.5, very low hardness. A minimum 80-liter tank for a school of 10. Peat filtration helps maintain acidity. Dim lighting and floating plants are appreciated. Diet: small live or frozen foods, fine flakes. Compatible with other small peaceful characins. Avoid overly active tankmates.