Author: (Myers, 1936)
FBname: Neon tetra
Remark: Redescribed and figured in Weitzman & Fink (1983).
Comments: Feeds on worms, small insects, crustaceans and plant matter.  In tank, female lays a relatively small number of eggs, which hatch in about 24 hours (Ref. 7020).  Most popular aquarium fish.  Aquarium keeping:  in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 60 cm (Ref. 51539).