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Gold Widow Tetra Medium Large

🐟 Gold Widow Tetra Care Sheet

🔹 Overview

Category Details
Scientific Name Hemigrammus rodwayi
Common Name Gold Widow Tetra
Origin South America (Brazil, Peru)
Adult Size 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in)
Lifespan 3–5 years
Temperament Peaceful, schooling
Tank Level Mid-level

🔹 Tank Setup

Parameter Ideal Range
Tank Size 60+ liters (15+ gallons) for a school of 6+
Temperature 23–28 °C (73–82 °F)
pH 6.0–7.5
Hardness Soft to medium (2–12 dGH)
Substrate Sand or fine gravel
Decor Plants, driftwood, open swimming areas
Lighting Moderate
Filtration Gentle to moderate; well-oxygenated water

Tips:

  • Keep in schools of at least 6–8 for natural behavior.

  • Provide plenty of plants for hiding and shading.

  • Stable water parameters enhance coloration and health.

🔹 Diet

  • Type: Omnivorous

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

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small portions

🔹 Behavior & Compatibility

  • Peaceful mid-level schooling fish; ideal for community tanks.

  • Males show slightly brighter coloration when in groups.

  • Compatible with other small, non-aggressive fish.

🧭 Tank Mate Guide

✅ Compatible Species

  • Other small tetras (Rosy, Lemon, Neon, Glowlight)

  • Rasboras (Chili, Harlequin)

  • Corydoras catfish

  • Small rainbowfish

⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With

  • Aggressive or large fish

  • Fin-nipping species

  • Very small or delicate fish

🐣 Breeding Info

  • Method: Egg scatterer; fine-leaved plants recommended for spawning

  • Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs

  • Fry Care: Feed infusoria or microworms first, then baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes

🌿 Fun Facts

  • Named for its shimmering golden hue and dark dorsal marking (“widow mark”).

  • Hardy, peaceful, and perfect for planted community tanks.

  • Displays best in schools of 6+, showing off shoaling behavior and coloration.

🐟 Gold Widow Tetra Care Sheet

🔹 Overview

Category Details
Scientific Name Hemigrammus rodwayi
Common Name Gold Widow Tetra
Origin South America (Brazil, Peru)
Adult Size 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in)
Lifespan 3–5 years
Temperament Peaceful, schooling
Tank Level Mid-level

🔹 Tank Setup

Parameter Ideal Range
Tank Size 60+ liters (15+ gallons) for a school of 6+
Temperature 23–28 °C (73–82 °F)
pH 6.0–7.5
Hardness Soft to medium (2–12 dGH)
Substrate Sand or fine gravel
Decor Plants, driftwood, open swimming areas
Lighting Moderate
Filtration Gentle to moderate; well-oxygenated water

Tips:

  • Keep in schools of at least 6–8 for natural behavior.

  • Provide plenty of plants for hiding and shading.

  • Stable water parameters enhance coloration and health.

🔹 Diet

  • Type: Omnivorous

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

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small portions

🔹 Behavior & Compatibility

  • Peaceful mid-level schooling fish; ideal for community tanks.

  • Males show slightly brighter coloration when in groups.

  • Compatible with other small, non-aggressive fish.

🧭 Tank Mate Guide

✅ Compatible Species

  • Other small tetras (Rosy, Lemon, Neon, Glowlight)

  • Rasboras (Chili, Harlequin)

  • Corydoras catfish

  • Small rainbowfish

⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With

  • Aggressive or large fish

  • Fin-nipping species

  • Very small or delicate fish

🐣 Breeding Info

  • Method: Egg scatterer; fine-leaved plants recommended for spawning

  • Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs

  • Fry Care: Feed infusoria or microworms first, then baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes

🌿 Fun Facts

  • Named for its shimmering golden hue and dark dorsal marking (“widow mark”).

  • Hardy, peaceful, and perfect for planted community tanks.

  • Displays best in schools of 6+, showing off shoaling behavior and coloration.

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Description

🐟 Gold Widow Tetra Care Sheet

🔹 Overview

Category Details
Scientific Name Hemigrammus rodwayi
Common Name Gold Widow Tetra
Origin South America (Brazil, Peru)
Adult Size 4–5 cm (1.5–2 in)
Lifespan 3–5 years
Temperament Peaceful, schooling
Tank Level Mid-level

🔹 Tank Setup

Parameter Ideal Range
Tank Size 60+ liters (15+ gallons) for a school of 6+
Temperature 23–28 °C (73–82 °F)
pH 6.0–7.5
Hardness Soft to medium (2–12 dGH)
Substrate Sand or fine gravel
Decor Plants, driftwood, open swimming areas
Lighting Moderate
Filtration Gentle to moderate; well-oxygenated water

Tips:

  • Keep in schools of at least 6–8 for natural behavior.

  • Provide plenty of plants for hiding and shading.

  • Stable water parameters enhance coloration and health.

🔹 Diet

  • Type: Omnivorous

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

  • Feeding Frequency: 1–2 times daily in small portions

🔹 Behavior & Compatibility

  • Peaceful mid-level schooling fish; ideal for community tanks.

  • Males show slightly brighter coloration when in groups.

  • Compatible with other small, non-aggressive fish.

🧭 Tank Mate Guide

✅ Compatible Species

  • Other small tetras (Rosy, Lemon, Neon, Glowlight)

  • Rasboras (Chili, Harlequin)

  • Corydoras catfish

  • Small rainbowfish

⚠️ Avoid or Use Caution With

  • Aggressive or large fish

  • Fin-nipping species

  • Very small or delicate fish

🐣 Breeding Info

  • Method: Egg scatterer; fine-leaved plants recommended for spawning

  • Parental Care: None; adults may eat eggs

  • Fry Care: Feed infusoria or microworms first, then baby brine shrimp or finely crushed flakes

🌿 Fun Facts

  • Named for its shimmering golden hue and dark dorsal marking (“widow mark”).

  • Hardy, peaceful, and perfect for planted community tanks.

  • Displays best in schools of 6+, showing off shoaling behavior and coloration.