Peruvian Tetra
Hyphessobrycon peruvianus
TetrasFreshwaterPeacefulSchoolingCommunity SafePlanted TankMid-Dweller
Care Sheet
Volume
Length
Temp
Temperature
22–27°C
pH Range
5-7
Min Tank Size
54 L
Max Adult Size
4 cm
Bioload Weight1/10
Special requirements
Mature Aquarium
Relatively intolerant to the accumulation of organic pollutants; requires spotless water and must never be introduced to a biologically immature tank.
Dim Lighting & Botanicals
Does best under relatively dim lighting with the addition of dried leaf litter to provide cover and beneficial humic substances.
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