Pretty Tetra (Hemigrammus pulcher)

Fish in the family Characidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameHemigrammus pulcher

FamilyCharacidae

Also known asGarnet Tetra, Pulcher Tetra

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size1.75 in

Minimum tank size15 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 5.5-7.5, GH 2-15 dGH

Appearance

Stocky coppery body with a dark wedge-shaped blotch near the tail topped by an iridescent gold-green line.

Difficulty and care for the Pretty Tetra

Easy

Origin and habitat

South America (upper Amazon, Peru)

Keeper notes

Peaceful community schooler.

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