The Copper Tetra is a beautiful and peaceful schooling fish known for its shimmering copper-orange body and lively swimming behavior. Its metallic shine and soft golden glow make it a standout in planted and community aquariums. Easy to care for, active, and social, the Copper Tetra is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced hobbyists looking to add color and energy to their tank.
🌟 Key Features
Brilliant Copper Coloration: Warm copper-orange shine that intensifies under aquarium lighting.
Peaceful Schooling Fish: Looks best in groups of 6 or more, showing synchronized, active swimming.
Perfect for Community Tanks: Safe with most small and medium-sized peaceful fish.
Hardy & Adaptable: Great for beginners and well-suited for planted aquariums.
Natural Glow: Metallic sheen gives the aquarium a warm, vibrant look.
🧪 Water Conditions
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
Tank Size: Minimum 2 ft tank, best in groups
Water Type: Clean, stable freshwater with gentle flow
🍽️ Diet
Copper Tetras thrive on a varied diet:
High-quality flakes and micro pellets
Frozen foods (daphnia, brine shrimp, bloodworms)
Live micro foods for extra activity
Occasional spirulina-based foods for health
A good diet keeps their copper tones bright and rich.
🏡 Tank Requirements
Best in planted aquariums with open swimming areas
Peaceful tankmates like tetras, rasboras, gouramis, corydoras
Avoid large or aggressive fish
Gentle filtration and regular water changes
❤️ Why Choose Copper Tetra from Blessings Aquarium?
Well-quarantined fish for safe and stress-free introduction
Premium-quality stock with bright copper coloration
Very healthy, active, and social, hand-selected for top quality
Ideal for planted tanks, community setups, and nano aquariums
Perfect for aquarists wanting a glowing, lively schooling fish
*Due to natural variations, the product may differ in appearance from the picture provided.*























Reviews
Excellent packaging! The fish were healthy and super active right from the moment I took them out of the box. They even started eating within just 2 hours of being added to the tank.
best quality very good colour
Great packaging and great quality fishes
🩷