{"product_id":"super-blue-emperor-tetra-inpaichthys-kerri-tank-bred","title":"Super Blue Emperor Tetra (Inpaichthys kerri) – Tank-Bred","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div:has([data-free-thinking-preview-answer=true])+:is(.text-message,.relative:has(\u0026gt;.text-message))]:-mt-2 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Super Blue Emperor Tetra (\u003cem\u003eInpaichthys kerri\u003c\/em\u003e) is a selectively bred form of the Blue Emperor Tetra known for its especially intense \u003cstrong\u003eblue to violet-blue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its metallic color can shift noticeably with aquarium lighting and the angle of the fish, while a darker lateral stripe provides contrast along the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003eTank-Bred\u003c\/strong\u003e tetras are small, active community fish that show their best behavior and appearance when maintained in a proper social group. Rather than purchasing one or two as individual display fish, keeping a group allows the Super Blue Emperor Tetra to interact naturally while creating considerably more movement and color throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMales generally develop stronger blue coloration as they mature, while females tend to have a fuller body and more subdued coloration. Keeping multiple individuals also gives males opportunities to display toward one another, which can make their coloration particularly noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDespite sharing the “Emperor Tetra” name, \u003cem\u003eInpaichthys kerri\u003c\/em\u003e should \u003cstrong\u003enot be confused with the Emperor Tetra (\u003cem\u003eNematobrycon palmeri\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are separate species with different appearances, and this Super Blue form belongs to \u003cem\u003eInpaichthys kerri\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a planted community aquarium, the Super Blue Emperor Tetra offers something unusual: \u003cstrong\u003ea small schooling fish with brilliant blue coloration that becomes even more impressive when an entire group is moving through the aquarium.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant \u003cstrong\u003eelectric blue to violet-blue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e that becomes especially noticeable in mature males\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial group behavior creates constant movement and interaction throughout the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, peaceful size makes it an excellent choice for \u003cstrong\u003eplanted community aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank-Bred\u003c\/strong\u003e and a distinctive alternative to the more familiar Emperor Tetra (\u003cem\u003eNematobrycon palmeri\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and Social\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.5 to 2 Inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore (Micro Pellets, Quality Flakes, Frozen Foods, and Small Live Foods)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 Gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schooling\/Shoaling Tetra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep at least 6; larger groups are preferred\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tank-Bred\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eInpaichthys kerri\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.75 to 1.25 Inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Water Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–79°F (22–26°C)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–12 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–8 dKH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0 ppm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideally below 20 ppm\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSuper Blue Emperor Tetras (\u003cem\u003eInpaichthys kerri\u003c\/em\u003e) are adaptable to a reasonable range of freshwater conditions, but they do best when the aquarium remains \u003cstrong\u003estable, clean, and well maintained\u003c\/strong\u003e. Slightly soft to moderately mineralized water works well, and there is no benefit to continually adjusting the aquarium simply to reach one exact pH value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAs with most small tetras, consistency matters more than chasing a specific number. Regular water changes, mature biological filtration, and avoiding sudden changes in temperature or water chemistry provide a much better foundation for long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Arts","offers":[{"title":"School of 3","offer_id":53529242861935,"sku":"TetraSuperBluEmp03","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"School of 6","offer_id":53529242894703,"sku":"TetraSuperBluEmp06","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"School of 9","offer_id":53529242927471,"sku":"TetraSuperBluEmp09","price":50.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1163\/2672\/files\/Super-Blue-Emperor-Tetra-AA-WEb-Edited-3.jpg?v=1790345937","url":"https:\/\/aquaticarts.com\/products\/super-blue-emperor-tetra-inpaichthys-kerri-tank-bred","provider":"Aquatic Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}