Emperor Tetra
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✅ Level: Easy — an elegant schooling fish with a beautiful, iridescent sheen.
The Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon Palmeri) is an elegant tetra with a purplish body color, a bright yellow dorsal fin, and striking large, blue eyes. One of the most characterful and long-lived tetras for the community aquarium.
🐠 Animal Specifications
| Max. length | ±6 cm |
| Temperature | 23–28°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 80 cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 individuals |
| Breeding behavior | Cave spawner |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Collection & Guarantee
- Only available for collection in our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon collection
- Upon collection, feel free to ask for advice on care or aquarium setup
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals in a well-planted aquarium with some shaded areas. Feed fine flake food or micro-pellets, supplemented with small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp. Males may display some courtship behavior among themselves, which creates a lively schooling display.
🐠 Combination Tip
Peaceful and ideal for community aquariums, together with other calm schooling fish, shrimp, and corydoras.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this tetra special?
Its bright yellow dorsal fin and large, blue eyes make the Emperor Tetra one of the most distinctive tetras.
How many should I buy at minimum?
A minimum of 6 individuals — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
How long does this fish live?
The Emperor Tetra is known as one of the long-lived tetras, with a lifespan often exceeding several years.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
