Congo Tetra

The Congo Tetra is a stunning African tetra known for its rainbow-like shimmer and long flowing fins (especially in males). It’s peaceful, active, and looks best when kept in groups in a spacious planted aquarium.

Here are your clear answers:

✅ Schooling fish: YES
Keep in 6–8+ groups. Larger schools reduce fin-nipping and bring out stronger colors.

✅ Community fish: YES (with suitable tankmates)
Peaceful, but bigger than most tetras — best with medium, calm community fish (not tiny or aggressive species).

⚠️ Shrimp safe: NO (generally)

• Adult shrimp might survive in heavy cover
• Shrimplets will almost certainly be eaten
  👉 Congo Tetras have larger mouths compared to nano tetras.

Extra useful notes (for shop or customer info)

• Minimum tank: ~30 gallons (they’re active swimmers)
• Temperament: Peaceful, slightly boisterous in small groups
• Best setup: Planted tank with open swimming space
• Diet: Omnivore (flakes, pellets, frozen/live foods)