🐟 Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus) 
 Freshwater Tetra • Schooling Fish • Community Fish • Color Display
 
📋 The Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus) is a shimmering African tetra known for iridescent violet-gold flanks and elongated, flowing fins—especially in adult males. In good light, the body shows a rainbow sheen with silver edging on the tail and dorsal.
A calm schooling species, Congo Tetras thrive in groups of 8+ where color, fin extension, and natural behavior are most pronounced. Provide a planted, softly lit aquarium with open swimming space and dark substrate to amplify their metallic tones.
They’re excellent community fish, pairing well with peaceful cichlids, rainbowfish, Corydoras, and other mid-sized tetras. Stable water quality and a nutrient-rich, varied diet keep colors saturated and fins pristine.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Iridescent Color Sheen: Rainbow glow with silver fin edging
⚪ Schooling Display Fish: Best color and confidence in groups of 8+
📏 Graceful Finnage: Elongated dorsal/caudal in mature males
✅ Captive-Bred Availability: Reliable, hardy stock for aquarists
🐟 Community Friendly: Peaceful with similar-sized tankmates