Lemon Tetra

Hyphessobrycon pulchripinnis

Minimum Tank Size

15–20 gal

Temperature

72–82°F

PH

5.5–8.0

Adult Size

1.5–2 in

Temperament 

Peaceful schooling fish

Care Difficulty

Beginner

Diet & Feeding

Omnivore; quality micro-pellets/flakes with small frozen/live foods.

Care Instructions

Maintain stable water and a proper school with peaceful tank mates.

Flow & Filtration

Gentle-to-moderate filtration.

Planted Tank Suitability

Excellent.

Tank Mate Compatibility

Good Tank Mates
  • Corydoras
  • Rasboras
  • Honey Gourami

Use Caution 
  • Betta
  • Angelfish

Avoid
  • Oscar
  • Large Cichlids

Compatibility Notes

Well suited to peaceful community tanks; avoid fish large enough to swallow them.

Breeding Notes

Egg-scatterer.