Cheirodon axelrodi

Common name: Cardinal Tetra

Origin: South America (primarily from the Rio Negro and Orinoco River basins in Brazil and Venezuela)

Optimal living conditions: 24 - 28 °C temperature
5.5 - 7.5 pH
60 l+ sized aquarium

Adult fish size: 4 - 5 cm

Diet: Feed high-quality flakes, pellets, and occasional live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms. Cardinal Tetras are omnivores and will also graze on plant matter and algae.

Tankmates: Peaceful species such as tetras, rasboras, small catfish, and shrimp. Cardinal Tetras do well in schools of 6 or more and are best kept with other non-aggressive fish. They are generally peaceful and can be housed with a variety of community fish, but avoid large or aggressive species.

Note: This small chart is only the basics and is not enough for you to decide if this fish is right for you! Do your own detailed research before buying!!