Black Neon Tetra

🐟 Black Neon Tetra (Black Neon Tetra)

Add contrast and subtle shimmer to your aquarium with the elegant Black Neon Tetra. Unlike its brighter relatives, this species features a striking black horizontal stripe paired with a glowing pale neon line above it, creating a refined and eye-catching look in motion.

Peaceful, hardy, and active, Black Neon Tetras are perfect for aquarists looking for a slightly different schooling fish that still delivers beautiful group movement and visual appeal.

🌿 Why Choose Black Neon Tetras?

⚫ Bold black stripe with glowing white/neon line
🐟 Peaceful and active schooling behaviour
🌿 Ideal for planted and community aquariums
👥 Impressive group display when kept in numbers
⭐ Hardy and slightly more robust than Neon Tetras

When kept in a shoal, Black Neon Tetras create a striking contrast effect as their dark and light stripes move together through the midwater.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
📛 Common Name: Black Neon Tetra
🏠 Tank Size: 60L+ recommended
📏 Adult Size: ~4 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 22–26°C
⚗️ pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful
🍽️ Diet: Flakes, micro pellets, frozen and live foods
👥 Group Size: 8–12+ strongly recommended

Black Neon Tetras thrive in stable aquariums with planted areas, open swimming space, and gentle water flow. They adapt well to a range of conditions compared to some other tetra species.

🐠 Compatibility

Excellent for peaceful community aquariums. Ideal tank mates include Corydoras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, guppies, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid large or aggressive fish.

⚠️ Important Notes

Black Neon Tetras are a shoaling species and should always be kept in groups to reduce stress and enhance their natural behaviour. While hardy, they still benefit from stable, well-maintained water conditions.

The Black Neon Tetra is a great choice for UK aquarists seeking a durable, peaceful schooling fish with a more understated but highly attractive appearance.