Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Penguin Tetra's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Where to buy
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What Penguin Tetra costs in South Africa
5 price points from 3 shops over 90 days
R45
cheapest of 2 shops today
↤ R47med R55R144
Great price−17%Up 171.4% versus the previous two months
SA median R55 across 3 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
Easily identified by its distinctive black stripe that extends from its body down into the lower lobe of its tail, the Penguin Tetra is a very active species. They have a unique habit of swimming at a head-up, oblique angle. This active schooling fish adds a dynamic element to the upper levels of the aquarium.
Key traits
peaceful
schooling
community
small
easy
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Penguin Tetra healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–8 and 22–28°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Penguin Tetra is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Penguin Tetra is generally peaceful. Keep in a group where possible for natural behaviour.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Penguin Tetra vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
Settling this fish in?
Condition the tap water, seed the filter, test through the first weeks — most early losses trace back to one of those.
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Price history — last 90 days
SA price range this month: R45–150 · Average: R53
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