Super Blue Emperor Tetra

🔥 Super Blue Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri var.)

Add a striking, high-impact centrepiece to your aquarium with the stunning Super Blue Emperor Tetra. This enhanced colour variant of the classic Emperor Tetra displays intense electric blue and violet hues, paired with elegant flowing fins and a distinctive extended tail.

Super Blue Emperor Tetras bring both colour and character, with males often displaying to one another, creating a dynamic and eye-catching display in planted aquariums.

🌿 Why Choose Super Blue Emperor Tetra?

💙 Intense electric blue and violet colouration
👑 Elegant body shape with extended tail fin
🐠 Ideal feature fish for planted aquariums
🧘 Peaceful with interesting natural behaviour
⭐ Premium variant popular with UK aquascapers

In groups, these fish create a beautiful balance of colour and movement, with males showcasing their vibrant tones and subtle displays.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Nematobrycon palmeri (Super Blue variant)
📛 Common Name: Super Blue Emperor Tetra
🏠 Tank Size: 60L+ recommended
🌡️ Temperature: 23–27°C
⚗️ pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful (males may be mildly territorial)
🍽️ Diet: Flakes, micro pellets, frozen & live foods
👥 Group Size: 6+ recommended

Super Blue Emperor Tetras thrive in planted aquariums with subdued lighting and shaded areas, which help enhance their rich blue colouration.

🐠 Compatibility

Suitable for peaceful community aquariums. Best kept with calm species such as rasboras, smaller tetras, Corydoras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids. Avoid aggressive or fin-nipping tank mates.

Important Notes

Males may show mild territorial behaviour, especially in smaller groups. Keeping them in larger groups with plenty of plants and hiding spaces helps reduce aggression and encourages natural displays.

The Super Blue Emperor Tetra is an excellent choice for UK aquarists looking for a premium, colourful fish that adds elegance, movement, and standout colour to planted and community aquariums.

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