X-Ray Tetra Pristella maxillaris
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Pristella maxillaris
Origin region
South America (Amazon and coastal rivers)
Care level
Easy
Level in tank
Mid
Adult size (cm)
4.50
Minimum tank (L)
60
Temperament
Peaceful
Diet
Omnivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–28.0
pH
6.00–7.80
GH (dGH)
3.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–8.0
Salinity (ppt)
0.00–1.00
Habitat & environment
South America (Amazon and coastal rivers)
Feeding
Omnivore
Temperament & behaviour
Peaceful
Breeding & care
Egg scatterer. Very prolific with fine-leaved plants or mops.
Notes
Translucent body with tricolour fins. Tolerant of a range of conditions.