Glowlight tetra
Hemigrammus erythrozonus
FishFreshwater
It reaches about 4 cm. Its body is translucent with an iridescent orange stripe from snout to tail. Fins are colorless. A schooling, peaceful and active fish. Less demanding than other tetras. Males are more colorful.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 23–28 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 3–10 |
| KH | 2–6 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.3 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank60 L
Min. group8
Adult size4 cm
Lifespan4 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Temperature 23–28°C, pH 6.0–7.5, low to moderate hardness. A minimum 60-liter tank for a school of 8. Water can be slightly acidic to neutral. Dense planting and subdued lighting. Diet: flakes, small pellets, brine shrimp. Compatible with most peaceful fish. Very hardy.