Pristella Tetra

Pristella maxillaris

Also known as: X-ray Tetra

A hardy, translucent schooling tetra with a black-and-yellow dorsal flag.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

73–82°F

pH

6–8

Hardness

3–15 dGH

Max size

1.8 in

Min tank

15 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (6+)

Swim level

Mid

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

4-5 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

South America (Amazon, Orinoco)

One of the most adaptable tetras, tolerating a wide range of water from soft acidic to moderately hard. Keep a group of six or more in a planted tank with open swimming space. Peaceful and well-suited to community life.