Brighter and slightly larger than the neon tetra, with the red band running the full length of the body.

• Scientific name: Paracheirodon axelrodi
• Adult size: about 4.5 cm
• Temperature: 23–27 °C
• Water: pH 4.5–7.0
• Minimum tank size: 60 litres
• Temperament: peaceful community animal
• Diet: omnivore
• Care level: moderate

Best kept in a group of 8 or more. Each unit is one animal; add several to your cart to build a school or colony.

Supplied in oxygenated bags. Please acclimatise slowly using the drip or floating-bag method for 30–45 minutes before release.