The neon tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a freshwater fish of the characin
family (family Characidae) of order Characiformes. The type species of
its genus, it is native to blackwater or clearwater streams in
southeastern Colombia, eastern Peru, and western Brazil, including the
tributaries of the Solimões where the water is between 20 and 26 °C (68
and 79 °F).[2] It is not found in the whitewater rivers of Andean
origin. Its bright colouring makes the fish visible to conspecifics in
the dark blackwater streams,[3] and is also the main reason for its
popularity among tropical fish hobbyists.
The neon tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is one of the oldest tropical fish in
the hobby, having first been collected and kept as far back as the
1930’s. Despite having been kept by hobbyists for over 80 years now, it
still remains one of the most popular and sought after fish. The reasons
for that are simple – it’s striking iridescent colors and peaceful
temperament, make it a perfect addition to any non-aggressive community
tank.
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