Shark

Neon Tetra

Scientific Name	Paracheirodon innesi
Common Names	Neon Tetra, Neons
Size	Up to 1.5 inches (4 cm)
Temperature	69ºF - 79ºF (21ºC - 26ºC)
Water Hardness	1º to 10º dH
Lifespan	5 - 8 years
Origin	South America
Temperament	This is peaceful tropical fish and best kept in schools of 6 or more.
Breeding / Reproduction	They are difficult to breed in the home aquarium.
Tank Size	5 gallon or larger.
Compatible Tank Mates	Many, given their peaceful nature. Avoid keeping with tropical fish large enough to eat them.These fish could potentially be kept with neons: Betta, Dwarf Gourami, Corydoras, Pleco, Neon Tetra, Serpae Tetra, Cherry Barbs, Red Tail Shark, Rosy Barb, White Clouds, Zebra Danio, Clown Loach, Guppy, Platy, Swordtail
Diet / Food	Will eat flakes, live and freeze dried foods.
Tank Region	Mostly middle to bottom.
Gender	The male is usually smaller than a female of the same age.
Apperance	Their have a long and streamlined shape with a blue/purple "neon" strip down a almost see through body.