Cochu's Blue Tetra AKA Blue King Tetra for sale

Cochu's Blue Tetra AKA Blue King Tetra (Boehlkea fredcochui), Tank-Bred

Name: Cochu's Blue Tetra AKA Blue King Tetra (Boehlkea fredcochui), Tank-Bred
Brand: Aquatic Arts
SKU: BLUEKINGTETRA3
Price: 11.99 USD
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Cochu’s Blue Tetra (Boehlkea fredcochui), also known as the Blue King Tetra, is an excellent choice for many medium to large community aquariums, especially planted aquariums. It is one of the few freshwater aquarium fish that has bright blue coloration. In the case of Cochu’s Blue Tetra, most blue coloration is on the back half of an otherwise nearly transparent body. There is also often pink coloration at the base of the tail. Males are usually more vividly marked than females.

Cochu’s Blue Tetras typically occupy the top and middle level of the water column, although they can often be seen swimming and feeding in the middle and bottom levels as well. This tetra is safe with most other peaceful fish, provided that there is plenty of space in the aquarium. It is extremely active, especially at feeding time, so it can be intimidating to slower-moving fish and it may nip at long-finned fish. This harassing behavior is much less likely in a larger aquarium. Larger, peaceful invertebrates can also make good tankmates. This fish could possibly be kept with adult dwarf shrimp, but we do not recommend it in most aquariums due to the extremely active nature of this tetra. Cochu’s Blue Tetra must be kept in schools of 6 or more. Since it is tank-bred, this fish is very adaptable, but its natural habitat contains soft, acidic water that is rich in tannins and leaf litter. Its colors will be brightest with dark substrate.

While not a picky eater, Cochu’s Blue Tetra will thrive and remain very colorful on a varied diet of meaty foods. High-quality flake food, pellets, and frozen or freeze-dried tubifex and bloodworms will all be readily accepted.

What We Like About This Fish:

Bright, neon blue coloration
Peaceful disposition with most other fish
Very active and noticeable fish in any aquarium
Excellent for inhabiting the top of the aquarium

RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:

Temperature: 72° - 82° F (22.2° - 27.7° C)
pH: 5.5 - 7.6
KH: 5 - 12 dKH
Minimum tank size: 25 gallons

CARE GUIDELINES:

Diet: Omnivorous. Will easily accept high quality dry and frozen foods.
Social behavior: Peaceful, schooling/shoaling.
Origin: Tank-raised, but indigenous to South America.
Average adult size: 2 inches (5 cm)
Average purchase size: 1 inch (2.5 cm)

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For the safety of our livestock and plants we offer UPS 2 Day Air Shipping for live plants and select invertebrates. You can still choose to upgrade to UPS 1 Day Air and it is encouraged to do so to avoid delays in transit or shipping delays due to extreme heat or cold weather. Please check your local weather before selecting a shipping service. If the day time highs are in the 90s and up or the overnight lows are below freezing we HIGHLY encourage to choose UPS 1 Day Air shipping.

UPS 2 Day is a description of the duration of time a shipment will spend in transit once it has been shipped. This does not guarantee the package will be shipped 2 days from which the order was placed.

Shipping Schedule for this service

UPS 2 Day: Monday through Wednesday

Current Handling Time:

1-9 business days

Here at Aquatic Arts, we consider the welfare of the live animals we are shipping to be of the foremost importance. This process is much more involved than simply creating a shipping label and affixing it to a box. Depending on the order, it takes from 4 to 7 people to complete this process properly. We check the weather conditions here where they fly out of the Indianapolis UPS facility and the destination for each shipment. We start early each morning and go through a multi-step process to have the day's shipments prepared in time for the UPS pickup. The volume of orders in our system also affects the processing time. Therefore our stated handling time is 1-9 business days.

Shipping Rate

Pricing is by size of package needed to fill entire order and distance it must travel. It will be calculated at checkout.

Q: What are the ideal tank mates for Glowlight Tetras?
A: Glowlight Tetras do best with other small, peaceful fish. Ideal tank mates include Neon Tetras, Harlequin Rasboras, Corydoras Catfish, and small livebearers like Guppies or Mollies.

Q: How often should I feed Glowlight Tetras?
A: Glowlight Tetras should be fed 1-2 times a day. Provide only as much food as they can consume in 2-3 minutes to avoid overfeeding and water quality issues.

Q: What should I do if my Glowlight Tetras are not schooling?
A: Ensure you have at least 6-12 Glowlight Tetras, as they are schooling fish and feel more secure in larger groups. Also, check if there are any stressors in the tank such as aggressive tank mates or poor water quality.

Q: Can Glowlight Tetras live with shrimps and snails?
A: Yes, Glowlight Tetras are generally safe with non-aggressive invertebrates like shrimps and snails. They add a nice dynamic to the aquarium and help with cleaning.

Q: How can I tell the difference between male and female Glowlight Tetras?
A: Males are usually slimmer and may have more intense coloring, especially during breeding times. Females tend to be rounder and slightly larger, particularly when carrying eggs.

Q: What signs of illness should I watch for in Glowlight Tetras?
A: Watch for changes in color, fin rot, spots, or unusual swimming behavior. Common illnesses include ich, fin rot, and swim bladder issues. Quarantine affected fish and treat the tank if necessary.

Q: What lighting conditions do Glowlight Tetras prefer?
A: Glowlight Tetras thrive in subdued lighting conditions, which mimic their natural habitat. Moderate lighting with plenty of plants for shade creates an ideal environment for them.

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