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Scientific name:
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Hyphessoprycon pulchripinnis
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Common name:
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Lemon tetra
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Sexing:
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The males anal fin has a black edge
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Habitat:
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Central Brazil
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Food:
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Flake food and small live or frozen food
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Care and maintenance:
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A peaceful fish, needs plenty of room as they enjoy swimming, use a large tank with dense plants around the back and sides, dark substrate and subdue lighting.
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Water conditions:
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To 18° dGH, pH 6.5-7.0
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Temperature:
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23°-27°c, 73°-81°F
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Size:
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1½” (45mm)
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Tank size:
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24” (61cm)
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