Gold Cardinal Tetra | Paracheirodon axelrodi
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Gold Cardinal Tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi) is a shoaling tetra best kept in a mature aquarium suited to its size and social needs.
Overview
- Scientific identity: Paracheirodon axelrodi
- Type: Tetras
- Temperament: Keep a shoal with gentle fish; avoid large predators
Aquarium and water conditions
- Setup: Mature warm aquarium with plant cover and stable soft water
- Water: Maintain a temperature, pH and hardness suited to this species; keep ammonia and nitrite at zero
- Tank size: Allow for adult size and a full social group, with appropriate filtration
Behaviour and compatibility
Keep a shoal with gentle fish; avoid large predators. Match tank mates by adult size, temperament and water requirements.
Diet
Fine dry foods and small frozen foods. Feed small measured portions and remove uneaten food.
Care notes
Acclimate gradually, test water regularly and perform routine partial water changes. Check supplier identification where a listing covers more than one possible species.
Live Animals Are Click and Collect Only. You can order online and choose click and collect and we will hold it for you.
