(QL) Glow Green Widow Tetra (Hemigrammus sp. GloFish)

Description

Glow Green Widow Tetra (Hemigrammus sp. GloFish)

📌 Basic Info

• Scientific Name: Hemigrammus sp. (Glow Green variant)

• Family: Characidae

• Origin: South America (genetically modified for fluorescent color)

• Size: 1.5 – 2 inches (4 – 5 cm)

• Lifespan: 3 – 5 years

• Tank Zone: Mid dwellers

🌊 Water Parameters

• TDS: 100 – 200 ppm

• pH: 6.5 – 7.5

• Temperature: 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)

• Hardness: 5 – 12 dGH

🐟 Characteristics

• Small, slim-bodied tetra with glowing green highlights.

• Peaceful, active, and hardy – ideal for beginners.

• Shoaling fish; prefers groups of 6 or more.

🍽️ Food

• Type: Omnivorous

• Diet: Flakes, micro-pellets, live/frozen foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms).

• Feeding: 2 small meals daily; avoid overfeeding.

🛠️ Maintenance

• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons for a small school.

• Filtration: Moderate flow, well-oxygenated water.

• Decor: Plants, driftwood, and open swimming space.

• Water Change: 25% weekly.

👥 Social Behavior

• Minimum Group Size: 6 or more (shoaling fish).

• Tank Mates: Other small peaceful fish – Guppies, Rasboras, Corydoras, small Barbs.

• Avoid: Large or aggressive species.

✅ Do’s

• Keep in schools to reduce stress.

• Provide hiding spots with plants or décor.

• Maintain clean, well-oxygenated water.

❌ Don’ts

• Don’t keep alone – they become stressed.

• Don’t mix with aggressive fish.

• Avoid overcrowding the tank.

⭐ Quick Tips

• Vibrant glow makes them a colorful addition to community tanks.

• Active, peaceful swimmers; ideal for beginners.

• Colors shine best under LED lighting.