Diamond Tetra
The Diamond Tetra, also known as Brillantsalmler, Diamond Characin, Pittier’s Tetra and Timanttitetra is native to South American inland waters. They are said to sparkle like a diamond with their silvery scales and orange accents.
These Tetras prefer a heavily planted tank and softer water on the acidic side. They are ideal fish to put in [...]
Gold Tetra
The Gold Tetra is captive raised and originates from South America. These are small peaceful fish that have a rounded blunt appearance. The coloration of this fish is tan or gold, and is glittered with many gold flecks that reflect in the light. This is a good choice for the community aquarium.
Gold Tetras require an [...]
Congo Tetra
The Congo Tetra is considered by many to be the jewel of tetras in the home aquarium because of its natural beauty. They have flowing fins that some have described as shimmering and the main color tends to be silver with an orange glow.
Congo Tetras do well in a peaceful community aquarium that is well [...]
Black Phantom Tetra
The Black Phantom Tetra is a very peaceful, schooling fish that comes from the regions of Central Brazil. Receiving its name from its black translucent coloring, the hardy Black Phantom Tetra is great for any community aquarium. Males of the species will have a higher dorsal fin, and display a more brilliant coloration.
Hiding spaces such [...]
Penguin Tetra
The Penguin Tetra comes from the tributaries and rivers of South America and makes a wonderful addition to any community aquarium. They are pale to golden in color, and have a black vertical stripe that extends down the bottom half of the tail, giving an appearance similar to a penguin.
The Penguin Tetra can be housed [...]
Black Skirt Tetra
The Black Skirt Tetra is a very peaceful, schooling fish that comes from the regions of South America. Receiving its name from its black translucent coloring, the hardy Black Skirt Tetra is great for any community aquarium. These Tetras are silver in color with black stripes and long flowing black fins.
Hiding spaces such as rocks, [...]
