Fish Breed Guides / Neon Tetra
Neon Tetra: feeding guide
A living neon sign — best enjoyed in a glowing school of ten.
⚖️ Healthy weight: 2–3 cm ⏳ Lifespan: 5–8 years 📍 Origin: Amazon basin (Brazil, Peru, Colombia)
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Feeding a Neon Tetra: the honest notes
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Micro-foods only: crushed flakes, micro-pellets or baby brine shrimp, once daily.
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They feed mid-water and are easily outcompeted — watch that faster fish aren't eating everything.
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Only feed what's gone in 2 minutes; uneaten food in warm soft water degrades fast.
These are breed tendencies, not a prescription. For the actual amount, the calculator uses your pet's real body weight and life stage — the same veterinary formula vets use.
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