Things You'll Need
- Tank
- Thermometer
- Heater
- Hood and lighting
- Water test kit
- Air filter
- Air stone and supply line
- Filter
- Water conditioner
- Gravel or river sand
- Plants
- Fish food
Instructions
Set up a 15-gallon or larger aquarium. A new aquarium setup requires a thermometer, heater, hood and lighting, water test kit, air filter, air stone and supply line, filter and water conditioner.
Add dark substrate to the bottom of the tank, such as gravel or river sand. The dark colors will bring out the Tetra's vibrant colors.
Provide safe hiding spaces for the fish with plenty of aquatic plants and vegetation. Floating plants provide a Tetra-preferred dark aquarium.
Maintain a steady temperature between 70 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit.
Adjust the pH gradually to the recommended 5.0 to 7.5 level and the dH range to 1 to 2.
Supply the Tetras with a mixture of flake food, brine shrimp, frozen and freeze-dried food.