- Scientific Name: Nematobrycon palmeri
- Other Names: Rainbow Tetra
- Family: Characidae
- Origin: Colombia
- Adult Size: 2 inches (5 cm)
- Social: Peaceful
- Lifespan: 6 years
- Tank Level: Mid dweller
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
- Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
- Breeding: Egglayer
- Care: Intermediate
- pH: 5.0 - 7.8
- Hardness: to 25 dGH
- Temperature: 73-81 F (23-27 C)
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