{"product_id":"costae-tetra","title":"Costae Tetra","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCostae Tetra\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eMoenkhausia costae\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as the Blackline Tetra, is a hardy and highly active South American schooling fish recognised by its silvery body and distinctive dark markings around the tail. Their energetic swimming behaviour makes them an excellent choice for larger planted community aquariums with plenty of open swimming space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–7 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful, but very active and may occasionally nip slower or long-finned fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schooling\/shoaling species and should be kept in groups of at least 8–10, with larger groups preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best with other active, peaceful community fish such as tetras, rainbowfish, Corydoras and similarly sized peaceful species. Avoid very slow-moving, timid or long-finned fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum tank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 75–100 L, with plenty of horizontal swimming space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in a planted, well-filtered aquarium with open mid-water swimming areas. A secure lid is recommended as they can be strong jumpers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; readily accepts quality flakes and pellets along with frozen or live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCostae Tetras are \u003cstrong\u003etrue social schooling fish\u003c\/strong\u003e and should not be kept individually. A larger group helps them feel secure, spreads out any chasing or fin-nipping behaviour and creates a much more impressive natural display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLive fish are sold subject to availability and may vary slightly in size and colouration. Please review our livestock shipping and DOA guarantee before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aura Aquarium AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43297364246737,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/4797\/2049\/files\/Untitleddesign_16.png?v=1788833943","url":"https:\/\/www.auraaquarium.com\/products\/costae-tetra","provider":"Aura Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}