{"product_id":"racoon-tetra","title":"Racoon Tetra","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRaccoon Tetra\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eHyphessobrycon procyon\u003c\/em\u003e) is an uncommon and attractive South American tetra known for its warm silvery-gold body, dark contrasting markings and distinctive “masked” appearance. Native to Brazil, this peaceful species is a great choice for planted community aquariums and looks especially impressive when kept in a proper group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and active\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSchooling\/shoaling species\u003c\/strong\u003e and should be kept in groups of at least 6, with groups of 8–10 or more preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable with other peaceful tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, peaceful catfish and dwarf cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, aggressive or highly boisterous fish that may intimidate or prey on them\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.5–7.5\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 55–60 L for a small group, with larger tanks preferred for bigger schools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept in a planted aquarium with open swimming space, driftwood or branches and a softer substrate. Gentle to moderate water movement and good filtration are recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; feed quality flakes or micro pellets alongside frozen or live foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp and mosquito larvae\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily mid-water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaccoon Tetras are \u003cstrong\u003esocial fish and should not be kept alone\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keeping them in a larger group helps them feel secure and encourages natural shoaling, displaying and swimming behaviour. Males can also show stronger yellow-orange tones and more impressive finnage when comfortable.\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":43297415790801,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/4797\/2049\/files\/Untitleddesign_25.png?v=1788837530","url":"https:\/\/www.auraaquarium.com\/products\/racoon-tetra","provider":"Aura Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}