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Diamond Tetra
Moenkhausia pittieri
Beginner Peaceful fish freshwater
About
Sparkling scales create a diamond-like shimmer across the body.
Water Parameters
Temperature
75 - 82 °F
Ideal: 75 - 82 °F
pH
5.5 - 7
GH (Hardness)
5 - 12 dGH
Quick Facts
Max Size
2.4"
Min Tank Size
20 gallons
Diet
omnivore
Swimming Zone
middle
School Size
6+ recommended
Bioload
low
Category
tetra