✅ Level: Easy — a beautiful, pale-blue schooling fish for the community aquarium.

The Blue Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon Simulans) is a smaller and more subtle cousin of the well-known Neon Tetra, featuring a light blue stripe instead of bright red-blue colors. An active, peaceful schooling fish that truly shines in a group.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & warranty

• Only available for pickup at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon collection
• Don't hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when picking up

✂️ Care

Keep in a school of at least 10 in a well-planted aquarium with some shaded areas (e.g., floating plants). Feed fine flake food or micro-pellets, supplemented with small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp.

🐠 Combination tip

Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums, together with other calm schooling fish, shrimp, and corydoras.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is the difference from the regular Neon Tetra?
The Blue Neon Tetra stays smaller and has a more subtle, light blue stripe instead of the bright red-blue colors.

How many should I buy at minimum?
At least 10 pieces — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a large group.

Is this fish suitable for a beginner's aquarium?
Yes, provided the aquarium is already well-cycled and the school is large enough.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.