Lemon Tetra

Description

Lemon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis) – Tank-Raised

The Lemon Tetra, also called the Yellow Tetra, is a hardy freshwater schooling fish with a bright yellow body and striking red eye spot. This peaceful community fish is raised on our licensed Florida fish farm and makes a great addition to planted aquariums. This peaceful schooling tropical fish is perfect for community aquariums. Lemon Tetra are hardy live freshwater fish that thrive in planted tanks.

Size for sale: ~1-inch juveniles

Available options: 3 Fish, 6 Fish, 12 Fish. Choose your option above for the current price and availability.

Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis
• Adult Size: about 1.5–2 inches
• Temperature: 72–80°F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: soft to moderate
• Tank Size: 30 gallons or larger with a long swimming area
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Setup: Use planted cover with open water and a group of eight or more.
• Diet: Flakes or micro-pellets plus daphnia or brine shrimp.
• Compatibility: Suitable with other peaceful small fish sharing its water conditions.

Use a fully cycled aquarium, stable water conditions, and regular water changes. Plan space for the animals as they grow.

Read the full care guide

Shipping

• Ships Mondays. Orders must be placed by Sunday night to ship Monday.
• Orders received after the Sunday-night cutoff ship the following Monday.
• Live animals are packed with oxygen in insulated boxes, with temperature protection as needed.
• Shipping charges are shown at checkout.

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