Download Cardinal Tetra Fish Size Pictures. Both cardinal tetras and neon tetras feature a distinct iridescent blue line that bisects the body of the fish. Approximate size range may also vary.
Its care and behavior are nearly identical to the neon tetra. Neon tetras are popular, fun community fish. Both the cardinal and neon tetra are schooling fish.
They do very well in planted tanks and get along with dwarf shrimp in many though similar to their cousin, the neon tetra, they are bright blue stripe with a lower red stripe that runs the length of its body.
The minimum tank size suitable for the cardinal tetras is 10 gallons. The cardinal tetra is reasonably priced and available almost everywhere, both in fish stores and online. Both cardinal tetras and neon tetras feature a distinct iridescent blue line that bisects the body of the fish. The cardinal tetra is one of the most frequently kept fish species among aquarists, and is especially popular among beginners.