Moenkhausia Pittieri  2-2,5cm
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Moenkhausia Pittieri  2-2,5cm

Moenkhausia Pittieri 2-2,5cm

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Diamond tetra (Moenkhausia pittieri)

A dazzling fish with silvery and bluish reflections, very peaceful

The Moenkhausia pittieri, or diamond tetra, is a magnificent freshwater fish native to Venezuela. It is distinguished by its brilliant silver and blue reflections, which sparkle under aquarium lighting. Robust and peaceful, it is perfect for a tropical community tank.

1. Behaviour & maintenance

A calm, gregarious and active fish. Best kept in groups of 8 or more. Prefers well-planted aquariums with a dark background to bring out its reflections better. Can be bred in captivity in soft, slightly acidic water.

2. Water parameters

  • Temperature: 24-28°C
  • pH: 6.0-7.2
  • GH: 3-10 °dGH
  • KH: 1-5 °KH
  • Minimum volume: 100 L

3. Feed

Omnivore: flakes, microgranules, artemia, daphnia and frozen food. See our foods for tropical fish.

4. Technical specifications

Scientific name Moenkhausia pittieri
Adult size 5-6 cm
Origin Venezuela (Lake Valencia)
Temperature 24-28 °C
pH 6.0-7.2
Behaviour Calm, gregarious
Living zone Environment
Life expectancy 4-6 years

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging, guaranteeing their safety during transport.

Delivery methods

  • France Express (secure delivery in France, Belgium and Luxembourg)
  • In-store collection at Sombreffe (Belgium)

Shipment organisation

  • Orders closed: every Monday at 10.00 a.m.
  • France: departures on Monday or Tuesday depending on the department, for delivery between Tuesday and Thursday.
  • Belgium & Luxembourg: departures on Monday and Tuesday for delivery between Tuesday and Wednesday.
categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Élevés en captivité
espece
Tétras
nom latin
Moenkhausia Pittieri 2-2,5cm
Famille Biotope
Characidé (Amérique du Sud)
Taille adulte
6–7 cm
Volume minimum du bac
80 L
Zone de vie
Milieu
Comportement
Grégaire
Régime alimentaire
Omnivore
Température
23–27 °C
pH
6.0–7.5
GH
2–12 °dGH
KH
1–8 °KH
Origine géographique
Colombie
Reproduction
Ovipare
Espérance de vie
5–8 ans
Sexe
Mix
Niveau de difficulté
Débutant
Compatibilité
Poissons paisibles
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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