Green Fire Tetra Large

The Green Fire Tetra is a vibrant freshwater schooling fish known for its shimmering metallic green upper body and fiery red-orange belly. Small, active, and full of personality, this eye-catching species adds bold contrast and nonstop movement to community aquariums.

Temperament: Peaceful to mildly active
Difficulty Level: Easy
Adult Size: 1.5–2 inches
Lifespan: 3–5 years
Tank Size: 20 gallons minimum
Temperature: 72–82°F
pH: 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

✔ Keep in groups of 6–10+
✔ Provide open swimming space
✔ Planted tanks enhance color
✔ Moderate water flow preferred
✔ Stable, well-cycled tank recommended

They are active swimmers and feel most secure when kept in proper schools.

 Food

Green Fire Tetras are omnivores and easy feeders:

• High-quality flakes

• Micro pellets

• Frozen or live brine shrimp

• Daphnia

• Bloodworms

Feed small portions 1–2 times daily.

Fun Facts

• Their metallic green scales reflect light beautifully under aquarium LEDs.
• The red belly intensifies in healthy, stress-free environments.
• Native to South America.
• In larger schools, they create a stunning green-and-red shimmer effect.