Emperor Tetra

Current stock

Emperor Tetra

R 25.00

Peaceful; males may spar | 23–27 °C | 4–5 cm.

Recorded stock: 15Stock quantities aren’t live and may change.
  • FulfilmentPhysical stock
  • Product ID665

A colourful schooling tetra suited to peaceful planted community aquariums.

Fish Care Profile

Scientific Name Nematobrycon palmeri
Family Characidae
Origin Colombia
Breeding Egg scatterer
Temperament Peaceful; males may spar
Tank Level Midwater
Lifespan 4–6 years
Minimum Tank Size 80 L
Adult Size 4–5 cm
Difficulty Easy–Intermediate
pH 5.5–7.5
Temperature 23–27 °C
Diet Omnivore
Group Size Best kept in groups of 6+

Care Notes

Best kept in a planted, mature community aquarium with peaceful tank mates and open swimming space. Maintain stable water and avoid large predatory fish.