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Congo Tetra Phenacogrammus interruptus

Water: Freshwater

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Overview

Scientific name
Phenacogrammus interruptus
Origin region
Africa (Congo River Basin)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
8.00
Minimum tank (L)
200
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore

Water parameters

Temperature (°C)
23.0–28.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
4.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
2.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00

Habitat & environment

Africa (Congo River Basin)

Feeding

Omnivore

Temperament & behaviour

Peaceful

Breeding & care

Egg scatterer. Condition well before breeding; eggs sensitive to light.

Notes

Larger shimmering tetra with flowing fins. Needs bigger tank and groups of 6+.

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