Gold Widow Tetra Medium Large
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🐟 Gold Widow Tetra Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Hemigrammus rodwayi |
| Common Name | Gold Widow Tetra |
| Origin | South America (Brazil, Peru) |
| Adult Size | 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in) |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, schooling |
| Tank Level | Mid-level |
🔹 Tank Setup
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 60+ liters (15+ gallons) for a school of 6+ |
| Temperature | 23–28 °C (73–82 °F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Hardness | Soft to medium (2–12 dGH) |
| Substrate | Sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Plants, driftwood, open swimming areas |
| Lighting | Moderate |
| Filtration | Gentle to moderate; well-oxygenated water |
Tips:
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Keep in schools of at least 6–8 for natural behavior.
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Provide plenty of plants for hiding and shading.
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Stable water parameters enhance coloration and health.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Omnivorous
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Best Foods: Flakes, micro-pellets, frozen/live foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms)
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Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small portions
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Peaceful mid-level schooling fish; ideal for community tanks.
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Males show slightly brighter coloration when in groups.
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Compatible with other small, non-aggressive fish.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Other small tetras (Rosy, Lemon, Neon, Glowlight)
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Rasboras (Chili, Harlequin)
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Corydoras catfish
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Small rainbowfish
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Aggressive or large fish
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Fin-nipping species
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Very small or delicate fish
🐣 Breeding Info
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Method: Egg scatterer; fine-leaved plants recommended for spawning
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Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs
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Fry Care: Feed infusoria or microworms first, then baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes
🌿 Fun Facts
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Named for its shimmering golden hue and dark dorsal marking (“widow mark”).
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Hardy, peaceful, and perfect for planted community tanks.
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Displays best in schools of 6+, showing off shoaling behavior and coloration.
