Cardinal Tetra

Scientific Name: Paracheirodon axelrodi
Family: Characidae
Origin: Brazil to Colombia, Venezuela
Adult Size: 2 inches (5 cm)
Social: Peaceful, suitable for community tank
Lifespan: 4 years
Tank Level: Top, Mid dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 5 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate
pH: 4.6 - 6.2
Hardness: up to 4 dGH
Temperature: 73-81 F (23-27 C)