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Neon Tetra Care Guide

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A school of neon tetras swimming in a planted freshwater aquarium

Key Takeaways

  • Neon Tetra needs at least 10 gallons, with 20 gallons preferred.
  • Keep water between 22-26°C and pH 6-7.
  • Keep a group of at least 6 to reduce stress.

Quick Facts

Difficulty: beginner
Min Tank: 10 gallons
Size: 3.5 cm
Group: 6+
Temperature: 22-26°C
pH: 6-7
Temperament: peaceful
Swimming: middle
Diet: omnivore
Lifespan: 5-10 years

Care Overview

ネオンテトラは青と赤の鮮やかな色で人気の小型群泳魚です。大きめの群れで飼うとより自然な行動を見せます。

Ideal Tank Setup

Planted freshwater aquarium with an open midwater swimming lane

薄暗い照明の10 USガロン以上の植栽水槽が適しています。軟水で弱酸性を好み、浮草と流木は生息環境を再現します。最低6匹で飼育します。

Diet and Feeding

小さなフレークやマイクロペレットを主食に、ミジンコ、ブラインシュリンプ、赤虫を補います。少量を1日2~3回与えます。

Best Tank Mates

  • 他のテトラ
  • コリドラス
  • ラスボラ
  • エビ
  • ドワーフグラミー

Fish to Avoid

  • 食べられる大きさの大型魚
  • 攻撃的な魚
  • 金魚

Common Problems

  • ネオン病
  • ストレスによる色落ち
  • 食欲低下

Common Beginner Mistakes

  • Using a tank smaller than 10 gallons, which makes water quality harder to keep stable.
  • Ignoring adult size, group size, or temperament when choosing tank mates.
  • Changing too much water or filter media at once before checking ammonia and nitrite.

Frequently Asked Questions

ネオンテトラは何匹飼うべきですか?

最低6匹、できれば10匹以上です。少数の群れはストレスになります。

Related Tools

Sources and Review Process

  • Freshwater aquarium husbandry references for water quality, tank size, and stocking guidance.
  • Species profiles and compatibility rules maintained in the AquaScience AI data set.
  • Aquarium health guidance is educational and should not replace an aquatic veterinarian for severe symptoms.

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