Description
Neon Tetra
Neon Tetras are one of the most iconic and beloved freshwater fish, instantly recognized by their glowing blue and red stripes. Peaceful, social, and visually stunning, these small schooling fish bring a flash of color and harmony to any community aquarium.
Easy to care for and ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists, Neon Tetras thrive in well-maintained, planted tanks with calm tank mates and stable water conditions. When kept in a group, their synchronized swimming creates a mesmerizing display of motion and light.
Scientific Name: Paracheirodon innesi
Common Names: Neon Tetra
Size: Grows up to 1.5 inches (4 cm)
Color: Electric blue horizontal stripe with a red stripe from mid-body to tail
Lifespan: 5–8 years with proper care
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons (best kept in groups of 6 or more)
Temperature: 70–78°F (21–26°C)
Temperament: Peaceful, shy, schooling
Diet: Omnivorous; enjoys high-quality flakes, micro pellets, brine shrimp, and daphnia
Care Tips:
• Keep in groups of 6 or more to reduce stress and encourage natural schooling
• Provide live or artificial plants and dim lighting to replicate their natural habitat
• Maintain stable water parameters—Neons are sensitive to sudden changes
• Ideal with small, peaceful tank mates like rasboras, corydoras, and shrimp
• Avoid housing with large or aggressive species that may view them as prey
Ideal For:
• Peaceful community aquariums
• Aquarists looking for vibrant color and tight schooling behavior
• Beginners ready to care for a slightly more delicate but rewarding species
Add a school of Neon Tetras to your tank and enjoy their electric glow as they glide effortlessly through lush greenery—small fish, big impact!
Fish Quarantine Process
At 10 Gallon Fish Tanks, we take the health of our fish seriously. Every fish we bring in undergoes a strict 2-4 week quarantine process to ensure they are free of parasites, fungal infections, and bacterial diseases before being introduced to our main tanks.
During this quarantine period, fish are treated with the “Med Trio” as needed:
• Paracleanse – Targets internal & External parasites like worms and protozoans. Things like fish lice, tapeworms, hole in the head, skin and gill flukes.
• Ich-X – Treats external parasites and fungus. Treats Ich and white spot disease.
• Maracyn – An antibiotic that combats bacterial infections, preventing issues like fin rot, skin redness, open wounds, swollen eyes etc.
This quarantine protocol ensures that every fish we sell are healthy, acclimated to Tennessee water, and ready to thrive in their new home.
Water Parameters for Healthy Fish
To help you achieve the best results when acclimating your new fish, we’ve included a photo showing the exact water parameters we maintain in our tanks. These values are carefully monitored and kept stable, ensuring that each fish grows and thrives in a healthy, natural environment.
By following these parameters at home, you can provide the smoothest transition possible for your fish, helping them settle in quickly and comfortably. We’re dedicated to setting you up for success with your new fish, and sharing these details is part of our commitment to their health and your enjoyment.
Shipping Information:
- Our fish, shrimp, & snails are carefully packaged in breathable bags.
- The shipping box is well-insulated to maintain optimal conditions. In most cases, additional heating or cooling packs are not necessary. However, to ensure the health and survival of the fish, shrimp, & snails it is essential that they are brought indoors promptly upon arrival, particularly in extreme weather conditions (either hot or cold). Please monitor the tracking number for updates on the estimated delivery time.
- We ship on Mondays (unless you have a special requested shipping time) with all orders processed by 10 AM. We currently only ship within the United States.
- If there are extreme weather conditions, we may postpone shipments until weather is better to make sure your shrimp arrive safely.
- In the unlikely event of a DOA (Dead on Arrival), we will refund the cost of the fish, shrimp, or snail provided that a photograph of the deceased animal, is still in the packaging, and is submitted within 1 hour of delivery of the package. Please note that any additional shipping costs for the replacement are the responsibility of the buyer. While our shipping methods are designed to minimize the risk of DOA, we cannot control the handling by postal employees or drivers.
We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction with your order. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns.
