Diamond Tetra

🔥 Diamond Tetra (Moenkhausia pittieri)

Add brilliance and sparkle to your aquarium with the stunning Diamond Tetra. Known for its shimmering, reflective scales that catch the light like glittering diamonds, this elegant species is one of the most eye-catching tetras available.

As Diamond Tetras mature, their iridescent sheen becomes even more intense, creating a dazzling shoal that looks especially impressive in planted and aquascaped aquariums.

🌿 Why Choose Diamond Tetra?

💎 Brilliant iridescent “diamond-like” scales
🐠 Peaceful and graceful schooling fish
🌱 Perfect for planted and aquascaped aquariums
🧘 Calm community-friendly temperament
⭐ Highly popular statement tetra in the UK

When kept in groups, Diamond Tetras produce a shimmering, flashing effect as they move together through the aquarium, reflecting light from every angle.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Moenkhausia pittieri
📛 Common Name: Diamond Tetra
🏠 Tank Size: 60L+ recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28°C
⚗️ pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful
🍽️ Diet: Flakes, micro pellets, frozen & live foods
👥 Group Size: 6–8+ recommended

Diamond Tetras thrive in well-planted aquariums with soft, slightly acidic to neutral water. Darker substrates and gentle lighting help enhance their natural shimmer.

🐠 Compatibility

Ideal for peaceful community aquariums. They pair well with other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping species.

Important Notes

Diamond Tetras can appear slightly dull when young but develop their full iridescent “diamond” sparkle as they mature. Keeping them in larger groups encourages natural schooling and stronger display behaviour.

The Diamond Tetra is a fantastic choice for UK aquarists looking for a bright, elegant, and shimmering schooling fish that stands out beautifully in planted aquariums.