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+.