Small dark fish with a bright silver stripe and clear fins.

Black neon tetra

Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
Where at Shedd?
Amazon Rising
Diet Worms, small crustaceans and plant matter
Size Length: Up to 1.25 inches (3.2 cm)
Type Fishes
Range Brazil, Northern South America
Habitat Rivers

Did you know?

  1. Tetras are generally small and found in abundance in South American rivers. They are popular as pets in the aquarium trade as well.