Black Diamond Neon Tetra

Black Diamond Neon Tetra

Rs. 50.00 Rs. 80.00
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Black Diamond Neon Tetra

Black Diamond Neon Tetra

Rs. 50.00 Rs. 80.00
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Description

Black Diamond Neon Tetra is also known as The Paracheirodon innesi.

Neon tetras are among the most popular fish for aquarium hobbyists and owners of public aquariums.
Black Diamond Neon Tetra's coloration and high sensitivity to changes in water conditions and the environment, the black diamond neon tetra is even more delicate than the typical neon tetra.
The care that a black diamond neon tetra needs is slightly different from that of most other fish, but if you know the right things, you can help keep them healthy in your aquarium.

I. Size

  • Average Adult Size: 1 - 1.5 inches
  • Maximum Adult Size: 2.5 - 3.8 cm
  • Swimming Level: middle and bottom levels

II. You would love the fish because...

The popular neon tetra variety known as black diamond comes from Guyana and Suriname.

You won't be able to guess why it has such a fancy name until you see its water-glistening silver-diamond body. However, despite their pretty appearance, if you want them to live a long and healthy life, they need special care.

The deep black color and rhomboid markings that give it the appearance of a diamond give the black diamond neon tetra its name.
The black diamond neon tetra is a schooling fish that thrives in groups of at least six and, ideally, more than ten. It is a member of the family Characidae and a member of a group called characins. Small, freshwater characins are native to South America.
They look very much like their relatives, the black mollies (Poecilia sphenops).
The black diamond neon tetra is a very colorful and very active nano fish. It is a black version of the classic neon tetra.
The black diamond neon tetra is an excellent choice for community aquariums, particularly planted aquariums.
This type of neon tetra is uncommon and relatively new to the hobby. This fish's tranquility will please both newbies and experts!

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

  • Recommended: 15 and more
  • Recommended Male/Female – 1:3 males – 5 females
  • Overall hostility: Peaceful
  • Hostility towards own species: Peaceful
  • Hostility towards other Species: Peaceful

IV. Species compatibility

  • Tetra fish
  • Rainbowfish
  • Barbs
  • Danios

V. How to feed this species?

Daphnia, tubifex, frozen or freeze-dried bloodworms, small granules, live or frozen brine shrimp, fine flake food, and so on. To promote health, provide a variety of foods, including live ones.

Recommended food

  • Hikari Fish Food Micro Pellet
  • TetraMin Tropical Granules – Premium Choice

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