Jelly Bean Tetra
Ladigesia roloffi
Also known as: Jelly Bean Tetra, Roloff's Tetra
Origin: West Africa (Sierra Leone, Guinea)
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 3 cm
- Min Tank
- 40 L
- Lifespan
- 2-4
- Swimming Level
- mid
- Schooling
- Yes (8–20+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- peaceful nano schooler
About
Ladigesia roloffi is a diminutive and brightly coloured tetra from the forest streams of Sierra Leone and Guinea. Males are particularly attractive with vivid red-orange tail colouration and spotted dorsal fin markings. It is an ideal nano aquarium fish for a West African biotope, thriving in soft, slightly acidic, well-planted conditions.
Care Guide
Water: 23–27°C, pH 5.5–7.0, soft water recommended (GH 1–8). Tank: Minimum 40L; heavily planted nano with gentle flow and leaf litter. Feeding: Micro pellets, crushed flake, live or frozen baby brine shrimp, and micro worms. Behaviour: Peaceful and active nano schooler; males spar harmlessly with fin displays. Compatibility: Excellent with Neolebias, Lepidarchus, small killifish, and nano invertebrates.
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