Thursday 30 July 2009

Cardinal Tetra Fact Sheet

Here is a fact sheet of the Cardinal Tetra

Scientific NameParacheirodon axelrodi
FamilyCharacidae
Common NamesCardinal Tetra
OriginNorthern South America, Venezuela, through Brazil Into Eastern Colombia
Adult Size5cm
SocialPeaceful, suitable for community tanks
Lifespan3 - 4 years
DietOmnivore, eats most foods
BreedingEgglayer
pH4.5 - 7.0
Hardness2.0 - 8.0 dH
Temperature24 - 29 C

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