Emperor tetras are tropical fish of the order Carassinae, family Carassinae, genus Nematobricon, living in Colombia, South America. They have a pale purple body color with thick black vertical stripes and yellowish-green colored fins. In this article, I would like to explain in detail the characteristics of the Emperor Tetra and how to keep it.
What is Emperor Tetra?
The Emperor Tetra is a tropical fish of the genus Nematobricon of the order Calasinidae, which is found in Colombia, South America. There are only two species in the genus Nematobricon: the Emperor Tetra and the Rainbow Tetra. The Emperor Tetra has the most beautiful body color of all the members of the family Calacinidae. It has a pale purple body color with thick black vertical stripes and yellowish-green colored fins.Some individuals may also have purple in their body color. Emperor tetras also have a characteristic not found in other members of the family Calacinidae. That characteristic is that the middle of the caudal fin elongates to form a forked shape (forked tail). Many people keep Emperor Tetras because they like this unique tail fin. The coloration and tail fin characteristics of the Emperor Tetra show that it is a beautiful tetra that lives up to its Emperor name.
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ブラックテトラは、南米のアルゼンチンやパラグアイにあるグァポレ川に生息しているカラシン目カラシン科の熱帯魚で、体の形がひし形のようになっています。今回は、そんなブラックテトラの特徴と飼い方を詳しく説明していきたいと思います。 […]
How to Keep Emperor Tetras
Emperor tetras can be a relatively easy breed to keep. The Emperor Tetra's lifespan is approximately 2 to 3 years. Their body size is approximately 5 cm.However, both lifespan and body size vary depending on the environment in which they are kept and the food they are fed. They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water, and since they are classified as a tropical fish, they require a heater in winter if kept in Japan. Also, if the water temperature is high for a long period of time, such as in summer, the body may swell up, so care should be taken.
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Points to keep in mind when mixing swimmers
Regarding mixed swimming, first of all, the personality of Emperor Tetras is not so much of a concern under normal circumstances, but males in heat become more territorial and some may become aggressive. However, they are only defending their own territory, so there is not enough damage to harm them.Also, if multiple species are mixed, aggression during estrus tends to decrease, so if you are going to mix them, I recommend including more than one species. However, Emperor Tetras are easy to handle for mixed swimming, so there is no need to think too much about it.
Points about spawning
Many people who keep Emperor Tetras want to breed them. Emperor tetras are easy to keep, but breeding them is a little more difficult. However, it is possible to increase the number of Emperor Tetras in a stable manner by knowing the proper procedures.
The first is to keep individuals that are suitable for breeding.Emperor tetras have a lifespan of about two years, so the time until they are ready to breed is short, roughly four to six months after birth. If you wish to breed them, it is important to select relatively young individuals when purchasing them from specialty stores. In addition, Emperor Tetras need to be distinguished between males and females. This is because males may become more aggressive during estrus. If there are too many males, the females may become weak, and too many males will not increase the number of spawning, so it is best to keep the ratio of males to females at 5:5 or 4:6. Here, it is important to distinguish between males and females. The easiest way to distinguish between male and female Emperor Tetras is by their body color and the shape of their tail fins. First of all, the darker the purple part of the body color, the male is the better. This may require a little experience. Next, the middle of the caudal fin should be elongated (forked tail) in males. Females have the same fin as other tetras. If you are looking for a male or a female at a specialty store, we recommend that you check the caudal fin rather than the body color. Body color can vary depending on lighting conditions and individual differences, so we recommend that you check the caudal fin as it will give you a better idea in a shorter time. If you want a male or female fish, we recommend that you ask the staff at a specialty store.
The second thing to do is to prepare a breeding tank.As those who have bred killifish may know, if the parents (adults) and fry (young) are kept in the same tank after successful spawning and hatching, they may compete for food or the adults may eat the fry, resulting in a decrease in the number of fry. To prevent this from happening, it is recommended that the parents and fry be kept in separate aquariums for easier management. However, unlike killifish, Emperor tetras are tropical fish and require a heater during non-summer months. If you are not sure whether or not to purchase a heater for the aquarium in which you will keep the fry, you may be able to find equipment at specialty stores that allows you to borrow a portion of the aquarium in which you are keeping the parents to make space for the fry.
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What to look for when keeping an Emperor Tetra.
Emperor tetras are a popular breed because they are relatively easy to keep and have features that are different from other members of the family Calacinidae, such as their body color and tail fin shape. This breed is recommended for beginners.I recommend this breed to those who are not sure about it, as it has colors and other characteristics not found in killifish and goldfish, and can be a mainstay in the aquarium. For intermediate level aquarists, I would like you to see the fin spreading act (fin spreading) that Emperor Tetra males show when they are in heat, spreading their fins to protect their territory and the females. There are not many tropical fish that perform fin spreading, so we recommend this as one of the best parts of keeping Emperor Tetras. If you have a chance to see Emperor Tetras at a specialty store, I recommend you to take a look at them because their body coloration is unique.