Glowlight Tetra
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| Common name | Glowlight tetra |
| Scientific name | Hemigrammus erythrozonus |
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| Size | 1.5" (4cm) |
| Origin | Guyana |
| Tank setup | Planted tank of 2ft/60cm or larger, dark substrates and/or backgrounds will show the colour to best effect. |
| Compatibility | Peaceful community fish, mix with similar. |
| Temperature | 22-26oC (72-79oF) |
| Water chemistry | Acidic to slightly alkaline (pH 6.0-7.5), soft to slightly hard. |
| Feeding | Omnivore: small live, frozen and dry foods. |
| Sexing | Males are noticeably slimmer. |
| Breeding | Spawn over fine-leaved plants in soft, acidic water. |
| Comments |
Best appreciated in a tank with a dark background or substrate. Not as inclined to shoal together
as some other species of tetras. |
