Green Neon Tetra

Green Neon Tetra

Paracheirodon simulans

Also known as: False Neon Tetra

💧 Freshwater ✌️ Peaceful 🟡 Moderate 🍽️ Omnivore Schooling (10+)

Smaller cousin of the neon tetra with a more prominent blue-green iridescent stripe. Ideal for blackwater setups.

Tank Size

10 gal
minimum (20+ preferred)

Temperature

75–85°F
24–29°C

pH Range

4–6.5
water acidity

Max Size

1"
2.5 cm

Lifespan

2–3 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Requires very soft, acidic water. Best in blackwater biotope aquariums.

Feeding

Micro foods, baby brine shrimp, and crushed flakes.

Compatible Tank Mates

Neon Tetra 1.5" Cardinal Tetra 2" Rummy Nose Tetra 2" Ember Tetra 0.8" Glowlight Tetra 1.5" Harlequin Rasbora 2" Chili Rasbora 0.7" Bloodfin Tetra 2" Lemon Tetra 1.5" Black Neon Tetra 1.5" Diamond Tetra 2.5" X-Ray Tetra 1.75"

Use Caution With

Black Skirt Tetra 2.5" Serpae Tetra 1.75" Congo Tetra 3.5" Celestial Pearl Danio 1" Zebra Danio 2" Buenos Aires Tetra 3" Scissortail Rasbora 3.5" Silvertip Tetra 2" Colombian Tetra 2.5" Giant Danio 4" Blue Tetra 2.5" Spotted Headstander 3.5"

Incompatible With

White Cloud Mountain Minnow 1.5" Angelfish 6" Oscar 14" Discus 8" Firemouth Cichlid 6" Jack Dempsey 10" Convict Cichlid 5" Green Terror 8" Severum 8" Blood Parrot Cichlid 8" Electric Blue Acara 6" Texas Cichlid 12"

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