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Pristella maxillaris - X-ray Tetra (South America)
A small specimen fond of plant-rich areas
The Pristella maxillaris - X-Ray Tetra is a freshwater fish from the waters of South America. Strongly appreciating plant-rich areas, it moves in schools near the surface or mid-water, among aquatic plants and branch debris.
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- Delivery price France
- Fixed price €24.90 - Offered starting from €249 of living*
- Minimum order amount for live products
- 50€ excluding shipping costs. For the well-being of the animals, do not make them travel alone.
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The Pristella maxillaris, often called the Water Goldfinch or Tetra, is a small fish commonly kept in freshwater aquariums. Reaching an adult size of 3 to 4 cm, it can live around 4 years. Originating from South America, it thrives at shallow depths in plant-rich waters. Aquatic plants, branches, and humus-covered soil make up its daily habitat.
Adopting a diurnal lifestyle, it typically moves in schools, in rather acidic water. Therefore, for aquarium maintenance, a pH between 5.5 and 7.5 is recommended. A water temperature between 24° and 28° is also part of the recommendations, as well as keeping a group of at least 8 to 10 individuals in a volume of at least 80 L. The X-Ray Tetra exhibits peaceful behavior towards other species, but its small size can make it an easy prey if cohabiting with much larger fish.