Glowlight Tetra

Glowlight Tetra – A Shimmering Jewel for Your Aquarium!

The Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus) is a small, peaceful schooling fish that shines with a distinctive bright orange-red stripe running the length of its body. Under aquarium lighting, this stripe glows beautifully, giving your tank a vibrant and lively feel. Perfect for both beginners and experienced aquarists, these hardy tetras are a classic choice for community aquariums.

✨ Why You’ll Love the Glowlight Tetra:

✔ Striking Glow Stripe – A fiery orange-red that lights up your aquarium
✔ Peaceful Schooling Fish – Ideal for community tanks
✔ Hardy & Beginner-Friendly – Easy to care for and adaptable
✔ Active Swimmers – Bring constant life and motion to your tank

📏 Fish Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Hemigrammus erythrozonus

• Adult Size: Up to 4–5 cm (1.5–2 inches)

• Diet: Omnivorous – Flake food, micro-pellets, frozen and live foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms)

• Temperament: Peaceful, shoaling species

• Tank Size: Minimum 60 litres (15 gallons) for a group

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 23–28°C (73–82°F)

  • pH: 6.0 – 7.5

  • Tank Setup: Planted aquarium with open swimming areas and gentle lighting

🌿 Care Tips:

• Best kept in schools of 6 or more for confidence and natural behaviour.

• Compatible with other small, peaceful fish such as rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf gouramis.

• Darker substrates and soft lighting make their glowing stripe appear even brighter.

The Glowlight Tetra is a classic, hardy, and colourful schooling fish that will bring warmth and constant activity to your community aquarium.

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