The elegant red-eye tetra creates an impressive display in a large community aquarium. It has a natural tolerance to a wide range of water parameters which makes them an ideal suiter for a variety of aquarium setups. It is very peaceful and compatible with other non-aggressive fish and it’s increased size can make it an ideal choice for that larger community.
Red Eye Tetra - Moenkhausia Sanctaefilomene
Current Size – 2cm - 2.5cm
Adult Length – 7cm
Temperature Range – 22 – 28 °C
pH Range – 6.0 – 8.5
Tanks Mates and Compatibility This tetra is robust and can tolerate a number of different tank mates. As long as they are not large enough to eat them, the Red Eye should fit in perfectly to the larger community.
Feeding – In the aquarium redeye tetra generally eat all kinds of live, fresh, and flake foods. To keep good balance they are given a high-quality flake food every day. Brine shrimp (either live or frozen) are given as a treat to them.
Please note – Some images used are library photos and will show the colour potential at a fully mature size, as our fish are juvenilles they may vary.
We always aim to supply the fish as close to the purchase size as possible. However if this is not possible, we will always contact you to discuss.
The fish are selected at random however you are welcome to make a note on the order and the fish manager will do his best for you. This is dependent on current stock at the time of your order.