Our Guide To Keeping Albino Glowlight Tetra Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Hemigrammus erythrozonus (Albino variant)
   • Common name: Albino Glowlight Tetra
   • Family: Characidae
   • Origin: South America (Amazon River Basin)
   • Adult length: 4 cm
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
   • Diet: Omnivore
   • Care Level: Easy
   • Temperament: Peaceful

2. Tank Setup:

   • Albino Glowlight Tetras prefer a well-planted tank with plenty of swimming space. A minimum tank size of 60L is recommended for a small school of these fish.
   • Include plants like Java Moss, Amazon Sword, and driftwood to provide hiding spaces. A fine-gravel or sandy substrate is ideal for mimicking their natural habitat.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Albino Glowlight Tetras thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
   • Keep the water temperature between 24 to 28°C (75 to 82°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • These fish prefer a gentle to moderate water flow, so choose a filter that offers low to moderate current.

5. Diet:

   • Albino Glowlight Tetras are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods. Offer them a high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
   • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia to ensure a balanced diet and provide natural nutrition.

6. Tank mates:

   • Albino Glowlight Tetras are peaceful schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals for optimal behavior and reduced stress.
   • They are compatible with other peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, small catfish species, and other non-aggressive fish.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Albino Glowlight Tetras are active and peaceful fish. They enjoy swimming in schools and will display their best colors when kept in groups.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species that may stress or harm the tetras.