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Blueberry Tetra
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Once impossibly rare, the Blueberry Tetra is bred in Taiwan for the aquarium trade. Originally from Brazil, the Blueberry Tetra was never seen in the trade. A few things about these fish: the Blueberry Tetra can handle room temperature, does not need any special care and gets along with all the small fish.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Hyphessobrycon wadai |
| Origin | Rio Tapajós, Brazil; captive-bred in Asia |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 1½" |
| Lifespan | 5–8 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–80°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them plants along the back and sides, open swimming space in front and a dark substrate, which brings out their color. Keep a lid on the tank, since tetras can jump.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: They get along with most peaceful community fish of similar size, such as other tetras, rasboras, danios, corydoras, dwarf cichlids, gouramis and livebearers.
Good to know: Tetras feel safer and show better color in a group. A larger school also spreads out any chasing.
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