Cardinal tetra
One place for everything Paracheirodon axelrodi
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One place for everything Paracheirodon axelrodi
2 Cardinal tetra currently for sale · from 2 sellers · averaging £5 · last listed today
Also known as: cardinal tetras
Overview:
The Albino Cardinal Tetra is a rare and striking variant of the classic Paracheirodon axelrodi, showcasing a soft pinkish-white body with a pearly sheen, red eyes, and faint traces of the iconic blue and red horizontal stripesfound in the standard form. It retains the same peaceful nature and schooling behavior that makes cardinal tetras so popular, but offers a more delicate, ethereal appearance that stands out beautifully in planted or blackwater tanks.
Origin:
Native to the Rio Negro and Orinoco River basins in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. The albino form is a captive-bred rarity developed through selective breeding.
Feeding:
Omnivorous and easy to care for. Feed a variety of high-quality micro flakes or nano pellets, as well as frozen or live foods like baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or cyclops. Regular feeding of color-enhancing or vitamin-rich foods helps maintain health and vitality.
Tank Mates:
Exceptionally peaceful and community-safe. Best kept in groups of 6 or more to encourage schooling and reduce stress. Ideal tank mates include other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, dwarf gouramis, and peaceful shrimp species.
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 74–80°F (23–27°C)
pH: 5.0–7.0
Very soft to soft water preferred
Minimum Tank Size: 15–20 gallons
Prefers planted tanks, dim lighting, and gentle flow
Behavior & Personality:
Active mid-water swimmer
Peaceful and best kept in schools
Color and behavior improve in stable, clean conditions
Special Notes:
Albino variants are more sensitive to bright light—use floating plants or dim lighting
Best kept in blackwater or soft, acidic setups to replicate native habitat
Ideal for nano tanks, planted aquascapes, or South American biotope aquariums
Rare in the hobby—an elegant and unique schooling fish
The Albino Cardinal Tetra brings a rare and graceful charm to the aquarium world. Its gentle beauty, paired with peaceful schooling behavior, makes it a perfect centerpiece for calm, nature-style aquariums.
