Our Guide To Keeping Diamond Tetra Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Moenkhausia pittieri
   • Common name: Diamond Tetra
   • Family: Characidae
   • Origin: South America, Venezuela
   • Adult length: 4 cm
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Diamond Tetras prefer a well-planted tank with open swimming areas.
   • Provide soft, slightly acidic water with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

3. Water Parameters:

   • Keep the tank well-filtered and perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A gentle to moderate water flow is suitable.
   • Choose a filter that provides adequate filtration without creating strong currents.

5. Diet:

   • Diamond Tetras are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods.
   • Offer them high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
   • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia.

6. Tank mates:

   • Diamond Tetras are peaceful schooling fish.
   • They are compatible with other peaceful community fish such as other tetras, rasboras, peaceful barbs, and small catfish species.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Diamond Tetras are active and peaceful fish.
   • They exhibit schooling behavior and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish species.