Diamond Tetras

[Castianna]

Hi everyone! I am looking into getting a group of diamond tetras for my 36 gallon. I saw them at the LFS and was quite taken with them. Looking for some insight/tips in caring for them specifically. Do their "sparkles" shine better under particular light? If you have pics, please share!

 

[Delapool]

Did you pick any up? Never tried them here.

 

[Castianna]

I got a small group of seven to start and they are gorgeous. Pictures just don't do them justice. They are hanging out in the quarantine tank for another week or so. I will try to post pics!

 

[Delapool]

Looking forward to pics

 

[Castianna]

Here are a couple pics! Not the best since they move fast. Like I said, the pics don't do them justice since it is when the light hits them at the right angle that they sparkle!

 

[Delapool]

Nice. Will be nice to see a photo as they get older.

 

[Autumnsky]

They develop more sparkle in subdued light, dark background and lots of plants and look better with a little bit of tannins in the water.

A great value priced fish with a lot of sparkle. Great choice!

 

[Castianna]

Hopefully they will have a better chance to "shine" once they get into the main tank!