Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus)
Scientific Name: Hemigrammus erythrozonus
Common Name: Glowlight Tetra
Family: Characidae
Origin: South America, specifically the Essequibo River basin in Guyana
Size: Up to 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)
Lifespan: 3-5 years
Diet: Omnivorous; they eat a variety of foods including flakes, pellets, live, and frozen foods
Temperament: Peaceful and shoaling
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C)
pH: 6.0-7.5
Hardness: 5-12 dGH
Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons, but a larger tank is better for a school
Compatibility: Good with other peaceful, small fish such as other tetras, guppies, and dwarf cichlids