Copei Tetra

The Copei Tetra is a peaceful and attractive schooling tetra known for its streamlined body, subtle metallic sheen and active mid-water swimming behaviour. It is best suited to planted community aquariums where it can be kept in a proper group and display more natural behaviour.

• Adult size: Approximately 4–5 cm

• Temperament: Peaceful and active

• Social behaviour: Schooling/shoaling species and should be kept in groups of at least 6–8, with groups of 10 or more preferred

• Tank mates: Suitable with other peaceful community fish such as small to medium tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, Otocinclus and peaceful dwarf cichlids

• Avoid with: Large, aggressive or highly boisterous fish that may intimidate or prey on them

• Recommended temperature: 23–28°C

• Recommended pH: Approximately 5.5–7.5

• Water hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Minimum tank size: Around 60 L, with more horizontal swimming space preferred for larger groups

• Tank setup: Best kept in a mature, well-filtered aquarium with plants, driftwood, shaded areas and plenty of open mid-water swimming space

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed quality flakes or small pellets alongside frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworms

• Care level: Beginner to intermediate

• Swimming level: Primarily mid-water

Copei Tetras are social fish and should not be kept alone. A larger group helps them feel more secure, encourages natural schooling behaviour and generally results in better colour and activity.

Live fish are sold subject to availability and may vary slightly in size and colouration. Please review our livestock shipping and DOA guarantee before ordering.