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  2. Paracheirodon - Wikipedia

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    Paracheirodon tetras reach maximum overall lengths of 2.5 to 5 cm (0.98 to 1.97 in) depending on the species, and are of elongated, tetra shapes. All share a distinctive iridescent blue lateral line, but differ slightly in their other colorations.

  3. Black neon tetra - Wikipedia

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    Black neon tetras are kept in soft acidic water. [3] Aquarists recommend that the water be kept clean at all times; that the tank contain live plants, a darker substrate and open water for swimming; and that the fish be kept in groups of at least 6, preferably more.

  4. Neon tetra - Wikipedia

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    A neon tetra can appear slightly plump in the belly due to having overeaten. Neon tetras need dim lighting, a DH less than one, about 5.5 pH, and a temperature of 75 °F (24 °C) to breed. There also needs to be a lot of tannins in the water. Neon tetras are old enough to breed at 12 weeks. [23]

  5. List of freshwater aquarium fish species - Wikipedia

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    The black phantom tetra enjoy being in groups of 6 or more and a slightly shaded tank. Males may claim small territories and occasionally minor battles may occur. The Phantom tetra goes well with other tetras of similar size. They also prefer floating plants. [27] Black neon tetra: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi: 3.2 cm (1.3 in) [28]

  6. Community aquarium - Wikipedia

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    Angelfishes, gouramis, and Corydoras catfishes are also popular, though angelfish are predatory and will eat very small fish such as neon tetras and livebearer fry. The size of the fish introduced within a new or established community tank is an essential factor to ensure harmony within the setup.

  7. Fishkeeping - Wikipedia

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    An aquascaped freshwater aquarium. Fishkeeping is a popular hobby, practiced by aquarists, concerned with keeping fish in a home aquarium or garden pond.It is a practice that encompasses the art of maintaining one's own aquatic ecosystem, featuring a lot of variety with various water systems, all of which have their own unique features and requirements.

  8. Characidae - Wikipedia

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    Characidae, the characids or characins, is a family of freshwater subtropical and tropical fish belonging to the order Characiformes.The name "characins" is a historical one, [2] but scientists today tend to prefer "characids" to reflect their status as a, by and large, monophyletic group (at family rank).

  9. List of marine aquarium fish species - Wikipedia

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    Requires a 30-gallon tank and 3 inches (7.6 cm) substrate. Tank should remain tightly lidded. May eat small shrimp. 10 cm (3.9 in) Blue dot jawfish: Opistognathus rosenblatti: Yes: 9 cm (3.5 in) Dusky jawfish: Opistognathus whitehurstii: Yes: Requires a 30-gallon tank and 3 inches (7.6 cm) sand substrate. Tank should remain tightly lidded. 14 ...