🐟 Black Neon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi)
🐟 Black Neon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi)
Freshwater Tetra • Schooling Community Fish • Hardy Nano Species • Silver-Black Stripe Fish
📋 The Black Neon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi) is a hardy and attractive schooling fish known for its Shimmering Silver Body and bold Black Horizontal Stripe.
It offers a more subdued but elegant alternative to the classic neon tetra, with excellent adaptability to a wide range of water conditions.
This species thrives in groups and displays active schooling behavior in midwater zones.
With proper care, it excels as a Durable and Peaceful Community Fish suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
💡 Highlights
⚫ Bold Black Stripe: Strong horizontal contrast
✨ Silver Reflective Body: Subtle shimmering appearance
👥 Schooling Fish: Best kept in groups of 6–10+
💪 Hardy Species: Tolerates varied water conditions
🌿 Planted Tank Friendly: Ideal for aquascapes
🧾 A Quick Look at the Black Neon Tetra
📛 Common Name: Black Neon Tetra
🔬 Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
👨👩👧 Family: Characidae
🌍 Origin: South America
📏 Max Size: 3.5–4 cm (≈ 1.4–1.6″)
💧 pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner
💖 Temperament: Peaceful
🌿 Planted Tank Safe: ✅ Yes
🏠 Min Tank Size: 40 L (≈ 10 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Midwater
🧬 Captive Bred: ✅ Yes
🌿 Wild Caught: ❌ No
⏳ Lifespan: 3–5 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Egg layer

















