Golden Cardinal Tetra

Golden Cardinal Tetra (Paracheirodon axelrodi)

A selectively bred golden variant of the Cardinal Tetra, this fish features a warm golden body with a subtle red lower half and reduced blue stripe. Peaceful and stunning in a school, it's a unique and eye-catching alternative to the classic Cardinal.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 55L with plants and gentle flow
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• pH Range: 6.0–7.0
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
• Diet: Micro-pellets, flakes, frozen bloodworms and brine shrimp
• Max Size: 4–5cm
• Lifespan: 3–5 years
• Care Level: Easy to moderate (sensitive to water quality)

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish such as other tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids; keep in groups of 8+.

Origin: Captive-bred variant (wild ancestors from South America — Amazon Basin)