Photo © courtesy of Erik Olson
http://www.cco.caltech.edu/~aquaria/Krib/

Family:	CHARACIDAE
Species:	Moenkhausia pittieri
Common Name:	Diamond tetra
Size:	Up to 2.5 inches (6 cm)
Habitat:	South America: Venezuela, Lake Valencia
Min Tank Size:	30 gallon for a school.
Diet:	Omnivorous: Wide range of foods accepted, preferably live.
Behavior:	Peaceful schooling fish.
Water:	Water Chemistry not critical, 75 -83°F (24 – 28°C) pH 6.0-7.0 dH range: 5 - 12
Care:	Medium, keep in schools of at least six.
Communities:	Good for communities without overactive members or fin nippers.
Suitability:	Good for all
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