Our Guide To Keeping Purple Emperor Tetra Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Inpaichthys kerri
   • Common name: Purple Emperor Tetra
   • Family: Characidae
   • Origin: South America, Rio Guapore, Brazil
   • Adult length: 4 cm
   • Lifespan: 3 to 5 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Purple Emperor Tetras prefer a spacious tank with plenty of swimming space. A minimum tank size of 50L is recommended for a small school of these fish.
   • Provide ample hiding places and areas with dense vegetation to mimic their natural habitat. They appreciate plants like Java Moss, Amazon Sword, and floating plants like Dwarf Water Lettuce.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Purple Emperor Tetras thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
   • Keep the water temperature between 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A gentle water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides gentle flow.

5. Diet:

   • Purple Emperor Tetras are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality flake or pellet food as a staple.
   • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and small insects to provide essential nutrients and mimic their natural diet.

6. Tank mates:

   • Purple Emperor Tetras are peaceful schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals to prevent stress and encourage their natural behaviors.
   • They are compatible with other peaceful community fish such as other tetras, small rasboras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Purple Emperor Tetras are active swimmers and display schooling behavior, so they feel more secure and exhibit their best colors when kept in a group.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping fish species that may intimidate or harass them.