Our Guide To Keeping Head & Tail Light Tetra Fish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Hemigrammus ocellifer
- Common name: Head & Tail Light Tetra
- Family: Characidae
- Origin: South America (Amazon and Orinoco River basins)
- Adult length: 4 to 5 cm
- Lifespan: 3 to 5 years
- Diet: Omnivore
- Care Level: Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
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Tank Setup:
- Head & Tail Light Tetras thrive in well-planted aquariums with plenty of open swimming space and subdued lighting.
- Use fine gravel or sand substrate with driftwood and plants like Java Moss, Anubias, and Amazon Sword to create a natural environment.
- A minimum tank size of 60L is recommended for a small group.
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Water Parameters:
- They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
- Temperature: 23 to 27°C (73 to 81°F).
- Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water is ideal.
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- Use a filter that provides gentle flow, as they come from slow-moving waters.
- Regular water changes are essential to maintain water quality.
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Diet:
- Head & Tail Light Tetras are omnivorous and accept a wide range of foods.
- Feed them high-quality flakes or micro pellets as a staple diet.
- Supplement with live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, bloodworms, and daphnia for optimal health and coloration.
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Tank mates:
- They are peaceful schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six.
- Compatible with other peaceful species like other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, and dwarf gouramis.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- They are active, social, and show best colors and natural schooling behavior when kept in groups.
- Avoid housing them with large or aggressive fish that may stress or prey on them.
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