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Signal striped tetra
✅ Level: Easy — a social, colourful schooling fish that cohabits well with other species.
The Moenkhausia Costae is a peaceful schooling fish with distinctive stripes and bright colours, thriving in a group environment. Curious, active, and social — always brings life to the aquarium.
🐠 Animal specifications
| Max. length | ±7 cm |
| Temperature | 22–26°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Min. aquarium length | 100+ cm |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Min. school size | 6 specimens |
| Breeding behaviour | Egg-scatterer |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Characidae |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🏪 Pickup & guarantee
- Available for pickup only at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
- Feel free to inspect the fish thoroughly in the store upon pickup
- Don't hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when picking up
✂️ Care
Keep in a school of at least 6 specimens in an aquarium of at least 100 cm. Feed fine flake food or micro-pellets, supplemented with small live or frozen food such as brine shrimp.
🐠 Combination tip
Known to cohabit well with other fish species, allowing you to create a varied and interesting community of fish.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many specimens should I buy at least?
At least 6 specimens — as a schooling fish, it feels most comfortable in a group.
Is this fish suitable for a community aquarium?
Yes, the Moenkhausia Costae is known to cohabit well with many other fish species.
What is the minimum aquarium size?
At least 100 cm — this active swimmer needs sufficient space.
Do you have another question? Feel free to visit our store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
