Congo Tetra

Species name: Phenacogrammus interruptus

Synonym: Micralestes interruptus

Common name: Congo Tetra

Family: Alestidae

Order: Characins

Class: Actinopterygii

Maximum size: 8 cm / 3 inches

Environment: Freshwater

Origin: Zaire

Temperament: Peaceful

Company: Phenacogrammus interruptus (Congo Tetra) is suitable for community aquariums.

Water parameters: Temperature 22-25˚C / 72-77˚F; pH 6.0 – 7.5

Aquarium setup: Phenacogrammus interruptus (Congo Tetra) is best kept in a large well planted aquarium. It is important that you give them both densely planted areas and open areas where the fish can swim. They should always be kept in schools. Male Phenacogrammus interruptus (Congo Tetra) can be aggressive towards each other in too small aquariums. This species is very suitable for permanent breeding aquarium tanks.

Feeding: They will usually accept flake food but prefers live and frozen food.

Breeding: Phenacogrammus interruptus (Congo Tetra) can be breed in aquariums. The spawning is usually triggered by a water change or by sunlight hitting the aquarium. They scatter their eggs among plants and the eggs will have to be protected from the parents or they will be eaten. The fry is large enough to accept newly hatched brine shrimp.

For pictures see: Congo Tetra

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