Anyone know what the life span is of Neons, and other tetra's? I am just curious what you could concider 'good' for keeping fish.. because mine never live that long and I don't know if it's me or what it is.
2007-04-10 13:18:00 · 6 answers · asked by ~*Isabel*~ 5 in Pets ➔ Fish
Well kept you can expect a couple of years for the typical tetra. Some live much longer but 2-3 years would be a good average.
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2007-04-10 14:06:56 · answer #1 · answered by magicman116 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The (alleged) life-span of a Neon Tetra in captivity is up to 7 years.
The similar, but slightly more colourful Cardinal Tetra can last up to 5 years.
They are pretty hardy little fish if your tank is treated against infections etc.
2007-04-11 06:00:21 · answer #2 · answered by Mighty C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Head-Tail Light Tetra that has been in my tank for 5 yrs now and seems to be swimming along nicely
2007-04-13 12:16:50 · answer #3 · answered by Missy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
2 years is the average but have known some to live much longer if the tank is maintaned well,they do jump so make sure a lid on your tank with a mild filter with moderate bubbles.
2007-04-10 23:19:46 · answer #4 · answered by kymm r 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
10 years. If taken care of properly.
2016-05-17 06:34:16 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
umm i have had mine for like...... a year now and they are still doin just fine.
2007-04-10 13:28:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋