{"product_id":"black-neon-tetra","title":"Black Neon Tetra","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe Black Neon Tetra (\u003cem\u003eHyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking South American shoaling fish native to the upper Paraguay River basin in Brazil. Its slender, olive-grey body features a brilliant silver-white stripe above a deep black band, complemented by a distinctive red and golden eye. This elegant contrast becomes particularly noticeable against dark substrates and dense green planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003ePeaceful and active, Black Neon Tetras are excellent residents for community aquariums containing other small, non-aggressive fish. They should be kept in a group of at least six, although groups of eight or more will display more confident behaviour and create a more impressive shoaling effect. They primarily occupy the middle and upper levels of the aquarium, so provide plenty of open swimming space alongside planted or shaded areas. An aquarium measuring at least 60 cm in length is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eBlack Neon Tetras are adaptable and relatively hardy, making them suitable for beginner and experienced fishkeepers. They perform best in stable, clean water with gentle filtration. A planted aquarium with subdued lighting, driftwood, leaf litter and a darker substrate will help recreate their natural appearance and enhance their reflective markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum adult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, active and sociable; must be kept in a shoal\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty of care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–27 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred pH of water:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType of breeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egg-scattering open-water spawner; adults provide no parental care and may eat the eggs. Eggs generally hatch within 24–30 hours under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary preferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous. Offer good-quality fine flakes or micro-pellets, supplemented with suitably sized frozen or live foods such as Artemia, daphnia and bloodworm. Their natural diet includes worms, small crustaceans and plant material.","brand":"Art's Fish Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52220082028840,"sku":"FSH-TET-BLKNEON","price":24.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/2342\/6088\/files\/BlackNeon.jpg?v=1786269908","url":"https:\/\/www.artsfishroom.co.za\/products\/black-neon-tetra","provider":"Art's Fish Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}