The Mexican tetra fish (Astyanax mexicanus), also known as the blind cave fish, is a species of freshwater fish that is native to Mexico and parts of the southern United States. They are known for their unique adaptation to living in the dark, nutrient-poor environments of underground caves, where they have evolved to survive without … Read more
This article is going to cover the basics of Congo Tetra fish care. The Congo Tetra is a freshwater fish that originates in Africa. This post will go over the aquarium maintenance, feeding, breeding, and raising fry. The habitat for this type of fish is small rivers and creeks with slow-moving water located throughout the … Read more
Most of the Tetras are native to the Rio Negro and Orinoco Rivers in the Amazon Basin. The water is usually very clear, slow-moving and plants are present. You should try to replicate their habitat by providing gentle flow and some plants to hide in. Live plants oxygenate the water, remove nitrates and act as … Read more
