{"product_id":"african-rainbow-tetra-alestes-nigropterus-4cm","title":"African Rainbow Tetra Alestes Nigropterus 4cm","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Rainbow Tetra (\u003cem\u003eAlestes nigropterus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe African Rainbow Tetra is a vibrant freshwater fish, celebrated for its shimmering body and striking iridescent fins. Active and schooling, it adds a splash of color and movement to medium to large community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to West and Central Africa, including rivers and floodplains in countries such as Nigeria, Cameroon, and the Congo Basin. Prefers slow to moderate flowing waters with submerged vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eOmnivorous. Accepts flakes, pellets, frozen foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia), and small live foods. A varied diet promotes brilliant coloration and overall health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeaceful. Best kept with other similarly sized, non-aggressive community fish. Avoid very small species that could be stressed or eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggression\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow. Social schooling fish that thrive in groups of 6 or more, exhibiting minimal aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeginner to intermediate. Hardy and adaptable, making it suitable for a wide range of freshwater community setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72°F – 79°F (22°C – 26°C)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 – 7.5\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 – 15 dGH\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide open swimming areas with occasional plants or driftwood; a school ensures natural behavior and reduced stress.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant, peaceful, and active, the African Rainbow Tetra (\u003cem\u003eAlestes nigropterus\u003c\/em\u003e) is ideal for aquarists seeking a colorful and lively schooling species for freshwater community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Real Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56864336478583,"sku":"FSH-00031","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/0386\/8610\/files\/African-Rainbow-Tetra-Alestes-Nigropterus.png?v=1773329522","url":"https:\/\/realaquatics.co.uk\/products\/african-rainbow-tetra-alestes-nigropterus-4cm","provider":"Real Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}