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✅ Level: Easy — a peaceful, brightly colored schooling fish for the community aquarium.
The Glowlight Tetra (Hemigrammus Erythrozonus) is a beautiful tetra with a golden lateral stripe and red accents on its fins. As a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group, where its calm, graceful swimming behavior truly shines.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±4 cm |
| Temperature | 23–27°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 60 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 individuals |
| Breeding behavior | Egg scatterer |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Pickup & Warranty
- Only available for pickup in our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store upon pickup
- Upon pickup, feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals — the larger the group, the calmer and more beautiful their swimming behavior. A well-planted aquarium with sufficient open swimming space best suits this species.
🐠 Combination tip
Peaceful and well combinable with other calm community fish such as corydoras, other tetra species, and dwarf gouramis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum number of individuals I should buy?
At least 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels unsafe in groups that are too small, which can cause stress.
Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Glowlight Tetra is peaceful and combines well with other calm species.
Is this fish suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
Why Aquarium Plant Shop?
- Many types of aquarium fish in stock.
- Pick up in store is possible 6 days a week.
- Livestock will not be shipped.
