Red-Eyed Tetra Return to Aquarium page
Scientific Name Moenkhausia sanctaefilomenae
Common Name Red-Eyed Tetra
Glass Tetra
Origin South America, especially Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil
Adult Size 2.75 inches
Temperature 72 - 79°F
pH 6.5 - 7.0
Hardness 2 - 30 dGH
Notes A good community fish, not generally aggressive towards tank mates. Best kept in schools of six or more.
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