Description
Albino Glow Light Tetra (Hemigrammus erythrozonus var. Albino)
📌 Basic Info
Scientific Name: Hemigrammus erythrozonus (Albino Variant)
Common Names: Albino Glowlight Tetra, Albino Glow Tetra
Family: Characidae (Tetra Family)
Order: Characiformes
Origin: South America — native to the Essequibo River Basin, Guyana
Size: Up to 4 cm (1.5 inches)
Lifespan: 3 – 5 years
Tank Zone: Middle
🌊 Water Parameters
Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)
pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Hardness: 2 – 15 dGH
🐠 Characteristics
Body Color: Translucent white-pinkish body with a shimmering orange-gold stripe running from the snout to the tail fin.
Eyes: Pinkish-red eyes typical of albino variants.
Glow Effect: Under soft aquarium lighting, the stripe glows beautifully, giving the fish a “neon-like” glow.
Size: Small and slender, perfect for planted aquariums.
🍽️ Diet
Type: Omnivorous
Food: Micro pellets, flakes, frozen daphnia, brine shrimp, and bloodworms.
Feeding Frequency: 2–3 times daily in small amounts.
🏠 Tank Setup
Minimum Tank Size: 40 liters (10 gallons)
Substrate: Dark sand or gravel enhances their glow.
Décor: Dense plants, driftwood, and floating plants for shade.
Lighting: Moderate; subdued light brings out their fluorescent line.
👥 Behavior & Compatibility
Nature: Peaceful and active schooling fish.
Best Kept In: Groups of at least 6–8 for comfort and color display.
Tank Mates: Guppies, Rasboras, Corydoras, small Barbs, and other peaceful community fish.
Avoid: Large or aggressive fish that may see them as prey.
✅ Do’s
• Keep in schools to reduce stress.
• Maintain clean, soft, slightly acidic water.
• Use dark background to enhance color.
❌ Don’ts
• Avoid strong current or excessive lighting.
• Don’t keep with fin-nipping fish.
⭐ Quick Tip:
The Albino Glowlight Tetra adds a soft, golden shimmer to any community aquarium. Their calm temperament, glowing stripe, and albino elegance make them a favorite choice for aquascapes and peaceful tanks.

