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Kerri super blue tetra Medium
£3.50
Inpaichthys kerri
| Aquarium Level | Middle - Top |
|---|---|
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 4cm (1.6") |
| pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Temperature | 24-27°C |
The Blue Emperor Tetra is known from sluggish tributaries of the Aripuan River, which forms part of the upper Madeira river basin in Mato Grosso, north-western Brazil. Here the waters are clear but tea coloured - a result of the tannins being released from decaying leaves that have fallen from the forest canopy above, rendering the conditions soft and acidic. The aquarium that houses Blue Emperor Tetras should be furnished with plenty of driftwood to create lots of shady areas, and the tannins that are gradually released from the wood should help to acidify the water whilst giving it a natural, clear tea-colour. Peat filtration can also help in this respect. Although plants are not found in abundance in the natural waters of this species, a moderate amount of planting will be appreciated and will help to make the fish feel more secure. Lighting should not be too bright (tannins and floating plants can help to diffuse brighter lighting), and darker substrate and background choices will help to show off their delightful colours. Unfortunately, Blue Emperor Tetras do have a rather underserved reputation for fin-nipping. This type of behaviour only really manifests when they are not maintained in sufficient numbers and when there are not enough visual barriers amongst the décor. This species should always be maintained in good sized groups of around 10 or more specimens. Not only will the fish feel more secure, but it will result in far less hostility between the males, plus it will create a much more effective and natural-looking display. Tankmates should be small and peaceful, and could include Corydoras catfish, small dwarf cichlids such as Apistogramma or Mikrogeophagus, pencilfish, and some of the smaller Loricariidae (suckermouth catfish). Avoid large, boisterous tankmates as these tetras are easily intimidated. Much attention must be paid to water quality since Blue Emperors can be sensitive to elevated nitrates and swings in water chemistry. May also be seen on sale as the Purple Emperor Tetra or the Royal Tetra. Another similar-looking fish, although from a different genus altogether, is the Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri). Nematobrycon grow slightly larger than Inpaichthys and do not possess an adipose fin.
Inpaichthys kerri
| Aquarium Level | Middle - Top |
|---|---|
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 4cm (1.6") |
| pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Temperature | 24-27°C |
The Blue Emperor Tetra is known from sluggish tributaries of the Aripuan River, which forms part of the upper Madeira river basin in Mato Grosso, north-western Brazil. Here the waters are clear but tea coloured - a result of the tannins being released from decaying leaves that have fallen from the forest canopy above, rendering the conditions soft and acidic. The aquarium that houses Blue Emperor Tetras should be furnished with plenty of driftwood to create lots of shady areas, and the tannins that are gradually released from the wood should help to acidify the water whilst giving it a natural, clear tea-colour. Peat filtration can also help in this respect. Although plants are not found in abundance in the natural waters of this species, a moderate amount of planting will be appreciated and will help to make the fish feel more secure. Lighting should not be too bright (tannins and floating plants can help to diffuse brighter lighting), and darker substrate and background choices will help to show off their delightful colours. Unfortunately, Blue Emperor Tetras do have a rather underserved reputation for fin-nipping. This type of behaviour only really manifests when they are not maintained in sufficient numbers and when there are not enough visual barriers amongst the décor. This species should always be maintained in good sized groups of around 10 or more specimens. Not only will the fish feel more secure, but it will result in far less hostility between the males, plus it will create a much more effective and natural-looking display. Tankmates should be small and peaceful, and could include Corydoras catfish, small dwarf cichlids such as Apistogramma or Mikrogeophagus, pencilfish, and some of the smaller Loricariidae (suckermouth catfish). Avoid large, boisterous tankmates as these tetras are easily intimidated. Much attention must be paid to water quality since Blue Emperors can be sensitive to elevated nitrates and swings in water chemistry. May also be seen on sale as the Purple Emperor Tetra or the Royal Tetra. Another similar-looking fish, although from a different genus altogether, is the Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri). Nematobrycon grow slightly larger than Inpaichthys and do not possess an adipose fin.
Shipping Policy
We ship our fish with DX, the only courier in the United Kingdom who are licensed to ship fish and other livestock by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.
We can guarantee next-day delivery for £32 between Monday and Thursday for orders placed before 1pm and for boxes up to 25kg.
We are able to ship on Friday for a Saturday arrival, but this service will cost £45.
Please note that we will not send a fish that day if overnight temperatures are due to be lower than 6 degrees Celsius.
Some of the fish we stock can be sexed and are sold in a pair of 1 male and 1 female. Please bear in mind, however, that we attempt to match them correctly to the best of our anatomic knowledge but there can be some mistakes, as it is not always guaranteed that the fish will be oppositely sexed.
All our fish are packed in double thickness bags for their safety and security.
The bags are then packed into a polystyrene box with a 40h heat pack and a cardboard outer.
After a shipping date is agreed upon, it is the responsibility of the buyer to be at home when the package arrives.
Once the fish arrive it is your responsibility to acclimatise and then quarantine them using the dripping method. All fish leave our care in good health.
International Shipping
On account of stringent regulations and certificates surrounding the shipping of live fish reintroduced following the United Kingdom’s (UK) exit from the European Union (EU) in 2016, Aquarium-Fish Ltd are no longer able to ship to the EU.
However, we are able to ship anywhere else in the world. Please get in touch if you reside outside the UK and are interested in making a purchase to discuss shipping costs and times.
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