Diamond Tetra Moenkhausia pittieri
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Moenkhausia pittieri
Origin region
South America (Venezuela)
Care level
Moderate
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
6.50
Minimum tank (L)
100
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
23.0–28.0
pH
5.50–7.50
GH (dGH)
3.0–12.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–6.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South America (Venezuela)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer. Keep light low as eggs are light sensitive.
Notes
Scales shimmer like diamonds, long fins in mature males.