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Glowlight Tetra

Hemigrammus erythrozonus

Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus) is a schooling community species for a cycled 10+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 1.5 inches as an adult, 74-80°F water, pH 5.5-7.5, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 8; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.

Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
Glowlight Tetra, a community leaning 1.5 inch aquarium species for 10+ gallon tanks
10 galMinimum tank
1.5 inAdult size
8Schooling minimum
74-80°FTemperature

Water Range

pH
5.5-7.5
GH
2-12 dGH
KH
1-8 dKH

Behavior

Temperament
Peaceful
Fin nipping
0/5
Territory
0/5

Diet and Care

Diet
omnivore
Diet difficulty
1/5
Care difficulty
1/5

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