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Congo Tetra

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Congo Tetra

Congo Tetra

Scientific Name:

Phenacogrammus interruptus
Family: Alestidae
Origin: Zaire
Adult Size: 3 inches (8.5 cm)
Social: Peaceful, do not keep with agressive fish
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Mid, top dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, likes live foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Intermediate
pH: 6.2
Hardness: 4-18 dGH
Temperature: 75-81 F (24-27 C)

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