Red Eye Tetra

Moenkhausia sanctaefilomenae

Also known as: Redeye Tetra, Yellow-banded Moenkhausia

A hardy silver tetra with a bold red eye and black tail band that handles beginner mistakes well.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

5.5–8

Hardness

2–20 dGH

Max size

2.8 in

Min tank

20 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Schooling (6+)

Swim level

Middle

Diet

Omnivore

Care level

Beginner

Lifespan

4-6 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Paraguay and Parana river basins, Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay

Keep a school of 6 or more so they stay confident and do not pester others. A well-kept school is peaceful, but small or crowded groups may nip long fins. Tolerates a wide pH and hardness range and eats almost anything.