{"product_id":"pink-lemon-tetra","title":"Pink Lemon Tetra (Hyphessobrycon itaparicensis)(Unsexed)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a pop of vibrant pastel beauty to your aquascape with the stunning \u003cb\u003ePink Lemon Tetra\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eHyphessobrycon itaparicensis\u003c\/i\u003e), also widely known in the hobby as the \u003cb\u003ePink Lemonade Tetra\u003c\/b\u003e. Renowned for its subtle rosy-pink body tones accented by bright lemon-yellow fins, this rare and peaceful schooling fish brings active motion, color, and charm to any community setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Product Highlights \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button new-table-style is-at-scroll-start is-at-scroll-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-content md-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eHyphessobrycon itaparicensis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy \/ Beginner-Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 – 2.0 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperament\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful, schooling community fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–20 Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e73°F – 82°F (23°C – 28°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.0 – 7.2 (Prefers soft, slightly acidic water)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-footer hide-on-print hide-from-message-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-button-base mat-badge mat-unthemed mat-badge-overlap mat-badge-above mat-badge-after mat-badge-small mat-badge-hidden ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-persistent-ripple mdc-icon-button__ripple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-focus-indicator\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-touch-target\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pink Lemon Tetra originates from South America, natively inhabiting the slow-moving coastal rivers, streams, and blackwater drainages of northeastern Brazil. In the wild, they thrive in warm, shaded, acidic waters sheltered by overhanging forest canopy and submerged leaf litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Environment \u0026amp; Ideal Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo bring out the richest pink and yellow hues on your tetras, set up a densely planted aquarium featuring dark substrate, natural driftwood, and scattered leaf litter (such as Indian Almond Leaves). Subdued or dappled lighting, combined with floating plants like Frogbit or Salvinia, will help them feel secure and exhibit their boldest schooling behaviors. Maintain moderate water movement with gentle filtration to mimic their natural stream habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Lemon Tetras are hardy, adaptable, and great for both beginners and experienced aquarists. They perform best in clean, stable water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 73°F to 82°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0 to 7.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardness:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 to 10 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Size \u0026amp; Schooling Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of \u003cb\u003e15 to 20 gallons\u003c\/b\u003e is recommended to allow adequate swimming space. As a social, schooling species, they \u003cb\u003emust be kept in groups of at least 6 to 8 individuals\u003c\/b\u003e (10+ is ideal). Keeping them in proper school sizes minimizes stress, reduces shyness, and encourages tight, active shoaling throughout the middle water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs opportunistic omnivores, Pink Lemon Tetras are eager eaters that readily accept a wide variety of aquarium foods. Feed a foundation of high-quality micro pellets or crushed tropical flakes rich in natural color enhancers. Supplement 2–3 times per week with live or frozen treats—such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, micro-worms, or bloodworms—to support optimal health and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is non-aggressive and fits seamlessly into any peaceful community aquarium. Ideal tank mates include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Small Tetras:\u003c\/b\u003e Ember Tetras, Neon Tetras, Rummynose Tetras, Cardinal Tetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottom Dwellers:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/i\u003e catfish, Otocinclus, Kuhli Loaches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDwarf Cichlids:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eApistogramma\u003c\/i\u003e or German Blue Rams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOther Peaceful Species:\u003c\/b\u003e Small Rasboras, Guppies, Platies, and freshwater invertebrates like Cherry Shrimp and Nerite Snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAvoid housing with large, predatory, or aggressive fish that might view these small tetras as a meal.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Lemon Tetras are egg-scatterers with no parental instincts. To breed them successfully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet up a separate, shallow breeding tank filled with soft, slightly acidic water (pH 6.0–6.5) and fine-leaved plants (such as Java Moss) or spawning mops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition a select pair or small group with premium live foods for a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the fish to the breeding tank in the evening; spawning typically occurs at daybreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the adult fish immediately after eggs are scattered to prevent them from consuming the spawn. Eggs hatch within 24–36 hours, and fry can be fed infusoria followed by newly hatched brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnless specified, all fish are sold as unsexed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41322481909824,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/Unknown-47_f9967b7d-05b1-4fc1-8ce5-decf04c5470e.jpg?v=1785538526","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/pink-lemon-tetra","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}