Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Purple Emperor 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 Purple Emperor Tetra costs in South Africa
6 price points from 3 shops over 90 days
R27
cheapest of 3 shops today
↤ R29med R40R45
Great price−32%Up 6.7% versus the previous two months
SA median R40 across 3 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Purple Emperor Tetra, or Kerri Tetra, displays a beautiful iridescent purple and blue sheen over a brown body. They are a peaceful shoaling fish, similar in behavior to the more common Emperor Tetra. Their subtle but striking colors are best appreciated in a well-lit planted aquarium.
Key traits
peaceful
shoaling
community
small
moderate
omnivore
Compatibility
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Care guide
Everything you need to keep Purple Emperor Tetra healthy in a South African setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Purple Emperor Tetra is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Behaviour
Purple Emperor Tetra is generally peaceful. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Tankmates
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding
Breeding notes for Purple Emperor 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: R27–45 · Average: R42
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