Congo Tetra unsexed

🐟 Congo Tetra – Simple Care Guide

• Size: 3–3.5 inches
• Lifespan: 4–6 years
• Tank Size: 30+ gallons
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

🌊 Water Needs

• Temperature: 73–82°F
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
• Flow: Gentle to moderate

🏡 Tank Setup

• Keep in groups of 6 or more
• Use dark substrate and live plants
• Leave open space for swimming
• Floating plants help them feel secure

🍽️ Feeding

• Omnivore
• Eats flakes, pellets, frozen foods (like brine shrimp and bloodworms)
• Mix in some plant-based foods

🎨 Looks

• Shimmery blue, orange, and violet scales
• Males have longer, flowing fins and brighter colors
• Females are shorter and rounder with more subtle hues