About This Animal

1. Bright Colors: Neon Tetras have shiny blue and red stripes that make them stand out. They look like little colorful lights swimming around!
2. Tiny Fish: They are very small, usually just about 1.5 inches (4 cm) long, making them perfect for small aquariums.
3. Friendly Fish: Neon Tetras are peaceful and love to swim in groups. They get along well with other fish.
4. From the Amazon: Neon Tetras come from the Amazon River in South America, where the water is warm and gentle.
5. Group Swimmers: They feel safest when they swim in groups of 6 or more. The bigger the group, the happier they are!
6. Eats Tiny Food: They eat very small things like tiny insects, worms, and special fish food.
7. Live Long for Their Size: Even though they are small, Neon Tetras can live up to 5 years if taken care of properly.
8. Glow at Night: In the dark, their bright colors can look even more glowing under aquarium lights.
9. Egg Layers: If you look closely, you might see tiny eggs hidden in plants because they lay their eggs on leaves!
10. Love Plants: Neon Tetras love to hide and play around plants, which makes their aquarium look like a mini jungle!

These tiny, colorful fish are fun to watch and easy to care for, making them great pets for young fish enthusiasts! 🐟