Lemon Tetra

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Tetra_fish
gptkbp:age reaches maturity at 4-6 months
gptkbp:average_temperature stable temperature preferred
22-28 ° C
gptkbp:behavior schooling fish
peaceful and shy
gptkbp:breeding_season egg scatterer
males display to attract females
males chase females
year-round in captivity
requires soft, acidic water for breeding
gptkbp:campus_facilities minimum 6 individuals
gptkbp:color yellow and blue
some color variations exist
bright yellow body
stress can cause color fading
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Lemon_Tetra
gptkbp:conservation_status not endangered
gptkbp:cuisine high-quality flake food recommended
gptkbp:diet omnivorous
gptkbp:difficulty soft to moderately hard
gptkbp:egg_color transparent eggs
gptkbp:family gptkb:Characidae
gptkbp:fins triangular shape
forked tail
long and flowing
red or orange
susceptible to fin rot if stressed
gptkbp:foraging_behavior 2-3 times a day
gptkbp:fuel_capacity requires regular maintenance
minimum 10 gallons
separate breeding tank recommended
requires specific conditions for successful breeding
prefer a planted tank setup
gptkbp:habitat freshwater rivers
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lemon Tetra
gptkbp:launch_date 24-36 hours
gptkbp:level 6.0-7.5
gptkbp:lifespan around 5 years
gptkbp:lighting soft lighting preferred
plants and hiding spots
gptkbp:members active in groups
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:South_America
gptkbp:origin Rio Orinoco and Rio Essequibo
gptkbp:predators larger fish
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Hyphessobrycon_pulchripinnis
gptkbp:size up to 5 cm
around 4-5 cm
gptkbp:species popular aquarium fish species
gptkbp:tank_mates compatible with small fish
can be kept with other small tetras
gptkbp:traded_on peaceful community fish
community aquarium
gptkbp:water_management good filtration is important
gptkbp:water_quality requires clean water for health
gptkbp:water_resistance weekly water changes recommended
gptkbp:youth_programs feed infusoria