Gold Pristella Tetra Medium Large
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🐟 Gold Pristella Tetra Care Sheet
🔹 Overview
| Category | Details |
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| Scientific Name | Pristella maxillaris |
| Common Name | Gold Pristella Tetra |
| Origin | South America (Brazil, Guyana, Venezuela) |
| Adult Size | 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in) |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful, schooling fish |
| Tank Level | Mid to upper |
🔹 Tank Setup
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | 40+ liters (10+ gallons) for a small school |
| Temperature | 23–28 °C (73–82 °F) |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Hardness | Soft to moderately hard (2–15 dGH) |
| Substrate | Sand or fine gravel |
| Decor | Plants, driftwood, open swimming areas, floating plants |
| Lighting | Moderate |
| Filtration | Gentle flow; sponge or low-output filter preferred |
Tips:
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Keep in schools of 6 or more for natural behavior and reduced stress.
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Floating plants provide cover and reduce light stress.
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Maintain stable water conditions for best health and coloration.
🔹 Diet
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Type: Omnivorous
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Best Foods: Flakes, micro-pellets, frozen/live foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, microworms).
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Feeding Frequency: 1–2 small feedings daily.
🔹 Behavior & Compatibility
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Very peaceful and social; thrives in community tanks with other small, non-aggressive fish.
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Active and schooling; occupies mid to upper tank levels.
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Bright gold coloration is more pronounced in males and healthy, well-fed groups.
🧭 Tank Mate Guide
✅ Compatible Species
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Small tetras (neon, cardinal, ember tetras)
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Rasboras (cherry or harlequin)
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Corydoras catfish
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Small peaceful rasboras or dwarf rainbowfish
⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With
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Large or aggressive fish
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Fin-nippers or predatory species
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Fish that outcompete them for food
🐣 Breeding Info
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Spawning Method: Egg scatterers; provide fine-leaved plants or spawning mops.
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Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs.
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Fry Care: Feed infusoria or liquid fry food first, then baby brine shrimp as fry grow.
🌿 Fun Facts
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Gold color is a naturally occurring variant of the standard Pristella tetra.
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Hardy and adaptable, ideal for beginners and community tanks.
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Peaceful and schooling behavior make them excellent for planted aquariums.
Please note that we do not deliver livestock they are click and collect only.
