What size tank does a Diamond Tetra need?

A Diamond Tetra needs a minimum tank size of 20 gallons. A 30-gallon tank or larger is recommended for optimal health.

What fish can live with Diamond Tetra?

Compatible tank mates for Diamond Tetra include: Neon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Rummy Nose Tetra, Congo Tetra, Glowlight Tetra. Always ensure adequate tank size and proper water parameters.

Is Diamond Tetra easy to care for?

Diamond Tetra has a easy care level. Easy to keep. Colors develop with age in well-maintained tanks.

Diamond Tetra

Moenkhausia pittieri

💧 Freshwater ✌️ Peaceful 🟢 Easy 🍽️ Omnivore Schooling (6+)

Sparkling, diamond-like scales that catch the light beautifully. An underappreciated gem of a tetra.

Tank Size

20 gal

minimum (30+ preferred)

Temperature

72–82°F

22–28°C

pH Range

6–7.5

water acidity

Max Size

2.5"

6.3 cm

Lifespan

3–6 years

typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle

preferred zone

Care Notes

Easy to keep. Colors develop with age in well-maintained tanks.

Feeding

Flakes, pellets, frozen and live foods.

Compatible Tank Mates

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Congo Tetra 3.5" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" Zebra Danio 2" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Lemon Tetra 1.5" Black Neon Tetra 1.5" Green Neon Tetra 1"

Use Caution With

Ember Tetra 0.8" Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Silvertip Tetra 2" Phoenix Rasbora 0.8" Exclamation Point Rasbora 0.7" Colombian Tetra 2.5" Giant Danio 4" Kubotai Rasbora 0.8" Blue Tetra 2.5"

Incompatible With

White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Oscar 14" Jack Dempsey 10" Convict Cichlid 5" Green Terror 8" Texas Cichlid 12" Pike Cichlid 10" Salvini Cichlid 8" Red Devil 12" Jaguar Cichlid 16" Flowerhorn 12" Midas Cichlid 12"

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