Glowlight Tetra

Species Name: Hemigrammus erythrozonus
Common Name: Glowlight Tetra

Care Instructions:

• Temperature: 21 – 27°C
• pH Range: 6.6 – 7.2
• Tank Size: Minimum of 40 liters
• Maximum Size: 4 cm
• Shoal Size: Keep in groups of 6 or more
• Temperament: Peaceful, good for community tanks

Compatibility:

• Ideal Tank Mates:
  • Bottom-Dwellers: Species that will clean up any leftover food, such as corydoras or otocinclus, can be good companions.
  • Similar-Sized Fish: They thrive with other small, peaceful fish.
  • Slower-Moving Fish: Safe to be around Glowlight Tetras.
• Avoid With:
  • Angelfish: Might see Glowlight Tetras as potential snacks.
  • Fast-Moving Fish: Can stress Glowlight Tetras, which prefer a calmer environment.

Diet:

• Feeding:
  • Food Types: Eat all types of food but require small-sized pellets or flakes due to their size.
  • Diet Variety: A well-rounded diet promotes health and enhances coloration.
  • Feeding Frequency: Small quantities should be fed frequently to ensure they get enough food. Glowlight Tetras might not go after food that falls to the bottom, so feed in small amounts throughout the day.

General Information:

• Behavior:
  • Activity: Small, active, and peaceful fish.
  • Tank Preference: Prefers a planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots.
  • Group Behavior: When kept in larger groups, they display more confidence and interesting behaviors. They generally do not school with other species but will school among themselves.

DISCLAIMER:

• In-Store Purchase Only: All live fish are available for in-store purchase only. Each species may vary in appearance, and coloration can develop differently at various life stages.