Emporer tetras

[SailfinGirl]

Does anyone got these fish? Are they community fish, and should they shoal? Are they finnippers which would target guppies? I want a shoal for my 26g tank but guppies are going in too.

 

[snoobab]

Hi SailfinGirl

Emperor tetras are amazingly beautifull fish and an excellent choice for any community tank. They are a schooling fish so get at least 5 or preferably more.
I've got a couple in my tank and they have never been nippy towards any of my fish (guppies included). They do like to hide between the stems / leaves of tall plants and occasionally hang motionless in the water with their heads slightly lower than their tails, don't worry about this it is perfectly normal.

Good luck

 

[SailfinGirl]

Thanks for the reply, I think I can fulfill those requirements. Ta.