Neon Tetra Quick Care Information

This is a quick reference guide for the Neon Tetra. This guide can be used to help you decide whether your aquarium is compatible for this fish.

Water Type: Freshwater

Category: Tetra

Minimum Aquarium Size: 10

Compatible Aquarium Range: 10, 20, 30, 40, 55, 75, 90, 120+

Max Length (in): 1.25

Diet: Omnivore

Temperature Range: 72°-76° F (22°-24.5°C)

pH Range: 6.0-7.0

KH Range:

Aggression Level: Peaceful

Primary Colors: Blue, Red

Notes: They are easy to care for in an established aquarium, but I would not recommend adding them to help cycle a new fish tank because they can be finnicky. Overall, I think they’re a more delicate fish. If you’re looking for more hardy fish, check out Serpae tetras/>, Black Skirt Tetras/> and Red Eye Tetras./>