Aquarium Fish: Neon Tetra





HEALTH:

     A hearty fish that can survive unideal conditions. Middle feeder that will eat what begins to sink down. Typically, he/she will dart at a piece of food a ways away rather than take a piece right next to him/her.

SOCIAL:

     Though their survival does not depend on living in a school, they are a very social fish. They are peaceful, and will not harm any other fish. Typically, a school of excludes no neons. Even in a large tank, every neon within swimming distance will be included in the school. If a threat approaches, they will seperate long enough to escape, but then regroup. These fish do not mind the Tiger Barbs picking at them either.

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