The Lemon Tetra is dusky yellow in color with a black edge on the ventral fin and some black in the dorsal as well. They have bright red eyes and a bright yellow stripe to the first few rays of the ventral fin. Lemon tetras are schooling fish that should be kept in groups of at least 6 fish. They are carnivorous and will accept flake and small granular food. Occasional feedings of frozen or live bloodworms or brine shrimp are essential to maintaining their color. Lemon Tetras are peaceful and can be kept in most community aquariums. However, they are not as robust as other tetras and should be kept with fish that are smaller or of similar size. They can adapt to a variety of water conditions but prefer slightly acidic water. They make good candidates for the planted tank.
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The Black Skirt Tetra has two black bars on its sides. The posterior half of the body is generally black including the ventral fin. This tetra gets rather large and can become nippy to some small tank mates. Because of this, they should not be kept with very small or timid species. Black Skirt Tetras are otherwise safe for community tanks. They are schooling fish, and should be kept in groups of 6 or more. Provide plants, driftwood, or other decorations for cover. These fish are very hardy and are easy to keep even for the beginner. They can be fed flakes and small granular foods with the occasional frozen treat such as brine shrimp or blood worms.
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The Red Scat is an uncommon color variation of the common Green Scat. The Red Scat has a reddish tint to the upper half of its body, a silvery underside and is covered with black spots. The body shape itself is somewhere between a square and an oval with a pointed mouth. Though young Scats can be found in brackish water areas such as estuaries, adults live primarily in the ocean, and should be kept in salt water when they begin to reach maturity. Scats are large, relatively peaceful fish that can be kept with most large community species. Due to their large size, scats should not be kept with small tank mates that can be easily eaten. Scats are a schooling fish, and should be kept in a tank large enough to support four to six adult Scats. In small tanks, Scats may become aggressive with other Scats, so make sure the tank is large enough to prevent competition between fish. Feed this fish a mixture of flake, pellet, and meaty frozen foods. Scats have mildly venomous dorsal spines. A small venom gland is located at the base of each spine and while the venom is relatively mild, it can still be quite painful. Use caution when handling Scats.
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Black Neon Tetra Similar to the Neon Tetra in name, but a completely different species. As a schooling fish it does best when housed in groups of five or more of the same species in a tank. As this fish is a mid to top level swimmer, it will not eat food off of the bottom of the tank. The Black Neon Tetra is also similar to the Neon Tetra as it does best in established tanks. Black Neon Tetra – Living EnvironmentThese fish will remain in the open in a stunning display as long as there is a large amount of swimming space as well as a variety of hiding places. This species will look best in a tank with dark substrate and less intense lighting.
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Albino Tiger BarbBarbs are a hardy and active schooling fish with stunning coloration and distinct personalities that are recommended for the more advanced beginning aquarists. This active fish is best kept in schools of five or more, preferably with odd numbers to prevent pairing. A well planted tank with plenty of swimming space and slightly acidic soft water is ideal. Tiger Barbs tend to nip at the fins of larger, slower moving fish. However, extremely territorial and aggressive fish (such as African and New World Cichlids) are not recommended as tankmates.
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