Neon Tetra

Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is one of the most recognised freshwater aquarium fish, thanks to its vibrant blue and red horizontal stripes. Our neon tetras for sale grow to around 3 to 4cm, and these peaceful schooling fish bring energy and colour to any planted community setup.

Location

Originally from the clearwater and blackwater streams of the Amazon Basin in South America, Neon Tetras thrive in shaded waters filled with driftwood and dense plant cover.

Diet

They are omnivores and enjoy a varied diet that includes micro pellets, crushed flake food, and frozen or live treats like daphnia and baby brine shrimp. A balanced diet enhances their colour and overall health.

Care

These fish prefer soft, slightly acidic water with temperatures between 22 and 26°C. Stable water parameters and clean conditions are essential, especially since they can be sensitive to sudden changes in their environment, so add them to a mature, settled tank.

Habitat

Keep them in groups of at least six, and ideally ten or more, to reduce stress and allow natural schooling behaviour. A well planted tank with subdued lighting and a dark substrate enhances their shimmering colours and mimics their native environment.

Breeding

Breeding Neon Tetras requires a separate, dimly lit tank with soft, slightly acidic water. Provide fine leaved plants or a spawning mop. After spawning, remove the adults to protect the delicate eggs from being eaten.

They mix well with our rummy nose tetras and peppered corydoras, or browse all our tetras. Buy more and save, with multi-buy discounts from 5 fish.

Shipping Information

We take care to ensure your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to settle into your aquarium. All orders are shipped with tracking, and the cut-off time for same-day dispatch is 4 pm.

Orders containing dry goods, shrimp, snails or plants are dispatched Monday to Friday via Royal Mail for fast, reliable delivery. Livestock, in particular live fish and invertebrates, are dispatched Monday to Wednesday only, using an approved overnight courier, to avoid weekend delays and ensure safe and timely delivery.

Track Your Order

You will receive a tracking number by email when we begin processing your order for shipping. The selected courier will provide updates on delivery only through their tracking page.

During colder weather, heat packs are added when needed. Livestock orders are carefully packed in insulated boxes to help maintain a stable temperature throughout transit.

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