Species Profile
Penguin Tetra
Thayeria boehlkei
Tetraspeaceful
Adult size
3″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
5.8–7.5
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, pellets, frozen
Notes
Swims with a distinctive head-up tilt that gave it the name. Hardy and active, more durable than most tetras at temperature and pH variation. Group of 6+ in a 20gal+ community works well with most peaceful tankmates.
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