Neon Tetra (Durbin, 1909)
| Scientific Name | paracheirodon innesi |
| Diet | Omnivore: bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp; prepared flake, pellets. |
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| Family | Characidae |
| Origin | South America |
| Aquarist Level | Beginner |
| Community Aquarium Safe | Yes |
| Coloration | Silver with blue line running running dorsally. Red line begins at anal fin and runs to the tail. |
| Disposition | peaceful |
| Hardiness | Moderate |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Angelfish, Brackish Water Fish, Catfish (small), Danios, Gouramis, Livebearers, Loaches,Minnows, plecos, Rainbowfish, Tetras. |
| Mature Size | 1 inch |
| Minimum Recommended Aquarium Size | 25 gallons |
| Sexual Dimorphism | None visible. |