Gold Neon Tetra is its striking golden or yellowish coloration, which replaces the standard blue stripe found in the regular Neon Tetra. Instead of the blue stripe, the Gold Neon Tetra typically has a shimmering gold or yellow stripe running horizontally along its body. This vibrant coloration makes them stand out in aquariums. They are great for beginners and experts alike, and they thrive in any well-established aquarium that meets their recommended water parameters. These fish stay small, growing no larger than one to two inches, which makes them an excellent choice for small-sized tanks!
Recommended Tank Parameters:
- Temperature: 68° – 80° F (20° – 27° C)
- pH: 6.5 – 7.8
- KH: 4 – 10 dKH
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
Tetra Care Guidelines:
- Diet: Omnivorous. Will readily accept most fish flakes and pellets, as well as most small foods, including brine shrimp, daphnia, freeze-dried bloodworms, and tubifex.
- Social Behavior: Gold Neon Tetras are gentle souls that coexist harmoniously with other non-aggressive species sharing similar water parameter preferences. Create a tranquil and visually captivating aquatic community with these remarkable fish.
- Origin: Tank-bred in the US, but indigenous to streams in southeastern Colombia, eastern Peru, and western Brazil.
- Average Adult Size: 1.5 – 2 inches (3.8 – 5 cm)
- Average Purchase Size: 1/4 – 1 inch (0.6 – 2.5 cm)
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