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Paracheirodon Innesi

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Paracheirodon Innesi
Species Information
Native to South America: Peru, Colombia and Brazil (near Leticia, Tabatinga and Putamago and Napo rivers). Known as the Neon tetra.

 


Paracheirodon innesi is kept in next tanks: Tank No. 535, Tank No. 454, Tank No. 160, Tank No. 92, Tank No. 103, Tank No. 500, Tank No. 113, Tank No. 119, Tank No. 157, Tank No. 165, Tank No. 169, Tank No. 189, Tank No. 193, Tank No. 215, Tank No.

Paracheirodon innesi obtained a fame of a hard to breed fish. These things are said by people who don`t know much about aquaria, not by experienced fish breeders. In common aquariums, they don`t request anything different than other fish do.

Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)
Photo of: Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)
Scientific Name(s): Paracheirodon innesi ...

Origin: Paracheirodon innesi (Neon Tetra) is found in Peru, Colombia and Brazil
Temperament: Peaceful
Company: They are very suitable for community aquariums.

The presence of the "neon" blue/green lateral stripe readily identifies the neon tetra [Paracheirodon innesi], cardinal tetra [Paracheirodon axelrodi] and false or green neon tetra [Paracheirodon simulans], all of which are available in the hobby.

Geographic Distribution
Paracheirodon innesi
Data provided by FishBase.org
Scientific Classification ...

Age of Aquariums Freshwater Fish Neon Tetra - Paracheirodon innesi
Photos & Comments
Photo Credit: Marcos Avila ...

Alternative Name
Neon Scientific Name: Paracheirodon innesi
Basic Info ...

Paracheirodon innesi
Characiformes: Teeth usually well developed (most are carnivores); adipose fin usually present; body almost always scaled (scales very rarely absent in South American species, e.g.

Paracheirodon innesi
50 x 40 x 30 cm, total: 60lt, net: <50 lt
Filter: ΕΗΕΙΜ Professionell 2224 (700lt/h)
Heater: 100 W
DIY Canopy - 2x15 W Arcadia Freshwater + 1x15W Arcadia Original Tropical ...

"Paracheirodon innesi". FishBase. Ed. Ranier Froese and Daniel Pauly. October 2004 version. N.p.: FishBase, 2004.
Paracheirodon innesi (TSN 163041). Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Accessed on 14 December 2004.
Chapman, F. A.; et al.

Neon Tetra Paracheirodon innesi
Niger Catfish Pseudodoras niger
Northern Spotted Barramuni Scleropages jardini ...

Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi): With a red colouration topped by an electric-blue flash, this is a very popular little fish. Occasionaly it falls victim to the incurable Neon Disease.
SizeOriginEase of keepFoodTempType
45 mm
S.America ...

Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)
By far the most popular tropical aquarium fish is the neon tetra. With the right conditions it is very easy to care for so is perfect for beginners.

Neon Tetra - Paracheirodon innesi
A profile of the aquarium fish known as the Neon Tetra - Paracheirodon innesi
Black Widow Tetra (Gymnocorymbus ternetzi) ...

The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a freshwater fish of the characin family (family Characidae).

SS: Neon Tetra ( Paracheirodon innesi), False Neon Tetra ( P. simulans)
HAB: Shaded areas in small, slow-moving, clear and blackwater creeks. South America; in the Rio Negro and Orinoco rivers.
S: bottom, middle ...

Two very popular Tetras which need soft, acidic water are the Neon Tetra - Paracheirodon innesi and the Cardinal Tetra - Cheirodon axelrodi. These are quite attractive red and blue fish.

These modifications may not work with light sensitive egg layers, such as the Paracheirodon innesi (Neon Tetra). I have not had experience with this grouping, but will get into it down the road. I usually buy a group of one species with any fish.

Latin Name : Paracheirodon innesi
Origin : The Amazon (South America)
Temperature : 68-77°F (20-25 °C)
Ease Of Keeping : A very hardy tropical fish
Aggressivness : Neons are very easy going
Lighting : Not critical any lightin axeptable ...

Scientific Name: Paracheirodon innesi
Family: Characidae
Size: 1¼ inches
Temperature: 76 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit
Alkalinity: Acidic and soft
pH: 6.2 to 6.8
Origin: Amazon basin (headwaters) ...

The Diamond Head variety of Paracheirodon innesi has been developed through selective breeding. This variety has a metallic "diamond" patch on its back between the eyes and dorsal fin.

The semi-natural reproduction method can be used for neons (Paracheirodon innesi).
The semi-natural reproduction method can be used for neons (Paracheirodon innesi).

Very active and peaceful... (other names: Paracheirodon innesi)
origin:
Peru ...

Tetra - Neon
Alternative/Formal Name
Neon Scientific Name: Paracheirodon innesi
Pet Info ...

It is easy to see why it is one of the most popular freshwater tropical fish. With their iridescent blue bodies and bright red tails, Paracheirodon innesi creates an exciting splash of color in any aquarium, ...

The proper environment for these fish includes diffuse light, ample plantings, some open space, and soft, acidic water. Paracheirodon axelrodi is often confused with the more commonly available Paracheirodon innesi (the Neon Tetra).

See also: Fish, Water, Neon, Neon Tetra, Blue