African Moon Tetra

General information

The African Moon Tetra is a small, peaceful freshwater fish native to Africa. They typically grow to around 2 inches in length and have a lifespan of up to 5 years. They are best kept in schools of at least 6 individuals, and a tank size of at least 20 gallons is recommended.

The African Moon Tetra is an omnivorous species and will readily accept a variety of foods, including flake, pellet, and frozen foods. They also enjoy small live foods such as brine shrimp and bloodworms. It is important to provide a varied diet to ensure they receive all necessary nutrients.

Male African Moon Tetras tend to be slimmer and more brightly colored than females. Females may also have a rounder belly when they are carrying eggs.

Breeding African Moon Tetras can be challenging, but it is possible with the right setup. They prefer soft, slightly acidic water and a spawning mop or dense vegetation to lay their eggs in. After spawning, the eggs will hatch in 24-36 hours and the fry will be free-swimming after 5-7 days.

The African Moon Tetra is generally a hardy species, but they can be susceptible to common freshwater diseases such as ich and fin rot. Maintaining good water quality and avoiding overfeeding can help prevent these issues.

The African Moon Tetra is native to various river systems in West Africa, including Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia.

The African Moon Tetra is a peaceful species that should be kept with other peaceful fish of similar size. They may be intimidated by larger or more aggressive tank mates.

When introducing African Moon Tetras to a new tank, it is important to acclimate them slowly to avoid shock. This can be done by gradually adding small amounts of the tank water to their transport bag over a period of 20-30 minutes.