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Remarks: Protocheirodon pi, the Crystal Tetra of the , is a spectacular fish for planted tanks and biotopes, as well as community tanks. They have entirely translucent bodies with a single black spot on the caudal fin. Their swim bladder is visible as a bubble inside of their body. They are best kept in groups of 5 or more and are fairly undemanding as far as tank decor is concerned. In the wild, they are found in both clear and blackwater streams near the banks, swimming in large schools over sand. Scientific Name: Protocheirodon pi Common Name: Crystal Tetra Max Size: 2.5 pH: 5.0-8.0 Hardness: Soft Temperature: 70-82° Aggressiveness: Peaceful Region of Origin: South America Captive Bred or Wild: Wild Diet: Small flake or pellet, small frozen or live foods Compatibility: Similarly sized schooling fish, dwarf cichlids, Corydoras, livebearers, rainbowfish, Loricariids Tank Mate Options: Orange Lemon Tetra Panda Tetra Super Red Line Tetra