Description

• Very peaceful and hardy addition to almost any aquarium 
• Compatible with most adult dwarf shrimp and other invertebrates
• Thrives in schools in well-planted aquaria
• Distinctive coloration and group schooling behavior.
• Tank-raised from a young age and well-adapted to aquarium life.

RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:

• Temperature: 72° – 79° F (22° – 25° C)
• pH: 6.2 – 7.2. Softer water is preferred, but this fish is flexible as long as sudden changes are avoided.
• KH: 6 – 10 dKH
• Minimum tank size: 8 gallons for a school of 6

CARE GUIDELINES: 

• Diet: High-quality flake, pellet and wafer foods as well as frozen foods such as bloodworms and Tubifex. 
• Social behavior: Peaceful; requires a school of 6 or more to thrive. 
• Origin: South and Central America.
• Average adult size: 1.4 inches (3.5 cm)
• Average purchase size: 3/4 – 1 inch (1.9 – 2.5 cm)