Quick tropical aquarium fish statistics and photos for the False Neon Tetra, Green Neon, Paracheirodon simulans

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False Neon Tetra

This photo was originally taken by holydog and the original photo can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/61085194@N00/24221924

Family:	CHARACIDAE
Species:	Paracheirodon simulans
Common Name:	False Neon Tetra, Green Neon
Size:	1 in (2.5 cm)
Habitat:	SOUTH AMERICA: ATupari and Jufaris rivers, Brazil.
Min Tank Size:	15 Gallons for a singles species tank with a nice school.
Diet:	Omnivorous: Wide range of foods.
Behavior:	Peaceful schooler.
Water:	Water Chemistry not critical, 68 -79°F (20 – 26°C) pH 5.5-6.5
Care:	Open spaces, many plants, with plants subduing the lighting. No hardwater and alkaline conditions. Simulating their natural habitat makes them absolutely stunning.
Communities:	Good.
Suitability:	Intermediate