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Green Neon Tetra
About Green Neon Tetra
Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans), commonly called False Neon Tetra, is the most popular fish among aquascapers due to its striking appearance. This freshwater fish is unique in that its body looks lit up like there are lights. This beautiful fish is omnivorous, has low maintenance.
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Common Name
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False neon tetra, Blue neon
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Paracheirodon simulans
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Species
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Paracheirodon simulans
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Genus
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Paracheirodon
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SubFamily
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Stethaprioninae
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Family
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Characidae
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SuperFamily
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Anostomidae
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SubOrder
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Characoidei
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Order
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Characiformes
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Class
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Actinopterygii
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Green Neon Tetra |
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Color
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Blue
Red
Purple
Green
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Pattern
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Striped
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Characteristics
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Colorful Appearance
Transparent
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Tank Level
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Middle |
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Min Height
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1 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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1.4 Inches or 1 meters |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Ultraviolet Vision
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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easy |
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Temperature
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74°F to 82°F |
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Substrate
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Sand
Fine Gravel
Pebbles
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Water Hardness
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Soft
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Minimum Tank Size
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10 gallons |
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pH
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5.5 to 6.5 |
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Green Neon Tetra including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Omnivores
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Temperament
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Calm
Playful
Sociable
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Modes of Locomotion
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Swimming
Paddling
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Energy Level
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High Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Green Neon Tetra. |
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Lifespan
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5 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Aquatic |
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Ecosystem
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Freshwater
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Country
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Brazil
Colombia
Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
South and Central America
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