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Long Fin Neon Tetra
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Picture a bright red and blue neon tetra with long, draping fins. Well, you don't have to; we have plenty of them and even included a picture of some. This exceptional variation was developed in Taiwan, and we get them from time to time. They behave just like a regular neon tetra.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Paracheirodon innesi (long fin variety) |
| Origin | Aquarium-bred (Taiwan) |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 1¼" |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Diet | Omnivore (tiny foods) |
| Water Temperature | 72–80°F |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. ¾" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: These small tetras do best in a planted tank with soft, slightly acidic water, a dark substrate, driftwood, floating plants and gentle filtration. A larger school makes them more confident and colorful.
Feeding: Feed small amounts of micro pellets or crushed flake once or twice a day. They also enjoy frozen brine shrimp.
Tankmates: Keep them with other small, peaceful fish like rasboras, small tetras, pencilfish, pygmy corydoras, otocinclus and dwarf shrimp. Avoid large or boisterous fish that could eat or bully them.
Good to know: Small tetras show their best color in a large school in a planted tank with soft lighting.
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