Post by Browneyes on May 31, 2005 18:52:48 GMT -5
Common Name: X-Ray Tetra or Pristella Tetra
Scientific Name: Pristella maxillaris
Origin: South America
Diet: Carnivore
Max Size: 1.6 (inches)
Tank Recommendations:
Tank Size: 10 (gallons)
Community Safe: Yes
Temp: 75 - 85 (Fahrenheit)
pH: 6.5 - 7.5
Difficulty: Easy
General Info:
The X-Ray tetra earns its name from its transparent body that makes its organs and bone structure clearly visible. The dorsal fin is black with a white tip and the caudal fin is red. They are a peaceful fish and can be kept in most community tanks.
X-ray tetras are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of 6 or more for optimum health.
They can be fed flake and small granular foods with the occasional frozen brine shrimp or bloodworms as a treat.
Provide open areas in the tank for swimming as well as some hiding areas using plants, driftwood or other decorations.
Scientific Name: Pristella maxillaris
Origin: South America
Diet: Carnivore
Max Size: 1.6 (inches)
Tank Recommendations:
Tank Size: 10 (gallons)
Community Safe: Yes
Temp: 75 - 85 (Fahrenheit)
pH: 6.5 - 7.5
Difficulty: Easy
General Info:
The X-Ray tetra earns its name from its transparent body that makes its organs and bone structure clearly visible. The dorsal fin is black with a white tip and the caudal fin is red. They are a peaceful fish and can be kept in most community tanks.
X-ray tetras are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of 6 or more for optimum health.
They can be fed flake and small granular foods with the occasional frozen brine shrimp or bloodworms as a treat.
Provide open areas in the tank for swimming as well as some hiding areas using plants, driftwood or other decorations.
