Tetra Néon Verde
(Paracheirodon simulans)

Description

Green Neon Tetra: The Radiant Jewel of Your Blackwater Aquarium

Immerse your aquarium in the subtle, vibrant glow of the Green Neon Tetra. These peaceful, schooling fish bring an ethereal beauty with their iridescent green-blue stripe.

Overview

The Green Neon Tetra (*Paracheirodon simulans*) is a captivating freshwater fish known for its slender body and distinctive iridescent blue-green stripe running from head to tail. Unlike its brighter cousins, it displays less red coloration, contributing to a more understated, natural allure. Typically reaching up to 3.5 cm, these tiny characins are highly social, thriving when kept in larger schools. Their peaceful demeanor makes them an excellent choice for a dedicated biotope setup, where their natural shoaling behaviors truly shine.

Care Level

Caring for Green Neon Tetras is moderately challenging, best suited for informed aquarists due to their specific habitat needs. They are exceptionally peaceful and should only be housed with other similarly sized, non-aggressive species to prevent them from becoming prey. A minimum school of 8-10 individuals is essential to promote security and natural behavior, ensuring healthy aquarium fish.

Tank Essentials

A minimum 60-litre aquarium is recommended for a thriving shoal of Green Neon Tetras. They prefer soft, acidic “blackwater” conditions, with a pH range of 5.0–6.5 and temperatures between 23–28°C. Incorporate dense live plants, driftwood, and leaf litter to mimic their natural Amazonian habitat. Dim lighting and a dark substrate will further enhance their vibrant coloration and comfort.

Diet

Green Neon Tetras are omnivorous, primarily feeding on small invertebrates in the wild. In your aquarium, offer a varied diet of high-quality micro-pellets, flakes, and small frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms to ensure optimal health and color.

Why Buy From Us

When you choose to buy Green Neon Tetra online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy, responsibly sourced fish. Our rigorous quarantine protocols ensure robust specimens, delivered with expert care to your door. We prioritize humane shipping and support ethical practices for all our aquatic livestock, guaranteeing a positive addition to your collection.

• Scientific Name: *Paracheirodon simulans*
• Common Name / Variant: Green Neon Tetra
• Maximum Size: 3.5 cm
• Origin: Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela (Upper Rio Negro & Orinoco Basins)
• pH Range: 5.0–6.5
• Temperature: 23–28°C
• Lifespan: Up to 5 years
• Swimming Zone: Mid

Add a school of shimmering Green Neon Tetras to your carefully crafted biotope today!