Phenacogrammus Interruptus 4-5cm
Phenacogrammus Interruptus 4-5cm

Phenacogrammus Interruptus 4-5cm

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Phenacogrammus interruptus

Majestic African Tetra with iridescent blue reflections

The Phenacogrammus interruptus, or Congo Tetra, is a magnificenttropical freshwater fish native to the Congo River. Its shimmering colours and peaceful behaviour make it the species of choice for community aquariums.

Behaviour & maintenance

A gregarious, calm species, it should be kept in groups of at least 8 individuals in a plant-rich aquarium of at least 200 litres with good filtration.

Diet

Omnivorous: flakes, pellets, artemia, daphnia and bloodworms. Discover our food for tropical fish.

Water quality

  • Temperature: 24 - 28°C
  • pH: 6.0 - 7.5
  • GH: 4 - 12 °dGH
  • KH: 2 - 8 °KH
  • Conductivity: 100 - 300 µS

Decor & environment

Choose subdued light and a dark substrate to highlight its reflections. Add floating plants and a gentle current simulated by a water pump.

Maintenance sheet

Scientific name Phenacogrammus interruptus
Adult size 8 - 9 cm
Origin Congo Basin (Central Africa)
Temperature 24 - 28 °C
pH 6,0 - 7,5
GH 4 - 12 °dGH
KH 2 - 8 °KH
Conductivity 100 - 300 µS
Life expectancy 5 - 6 years
Behaviour Calm, gregarious
Living zone Environment
Minimum volume 200 L
Diet Omnivore

Aquabota tip

Soft light and a dark background intensify the male's metallic blue and orange reflections.

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging.

Shipment organisation

  • France Express: France, Belgium, Luxembourg
  • Closing: Monday 10.00 am
  • France: Tuesday-Thursday | Belgium & Luxembourg: Tuesday-Wednesday
categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Élevés en captivité
espece
Tétras
nom latin
Phenacogrammus Interruptus 4-5cm
Famille Biotope
Alestidae / Afrique
Taille adulte
10 cm
Volume minimum du bac
150 L
Zone de vie
Milieu
Comportement
Paisible
Régime alimentaire
Omnivore
Température
24–28 °C
pH
6.0–7.5
GH
3–12 °dGH
KH
2–8 °dKH
Origine géographique
Congo
Reproduction
Ovipare
Espérance de vie
5–8 ans
Sexe
Mâle plus coloré
Niveau de difficulté
Facile
Compatibilité
Poissons de bancs
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.

Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.

No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.

Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.

You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.

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