Heikoi Tetra Wild Caught – Moenkhausia heikoi

The wild-caught Heikoi Tetra (Moenkhausia heikoi) is a rare and particularly attractive schooling fish from South America. With its silvery, shimmering body, subtle dark accents, and active swimming behavior, this elegant wild-caught specimen brings a lot of dynamism and naturalness to any aquarium.

In larger groups, the Heikoi Tetra exhibits harmonious schooling behavior and is perfectly suited for natural South American and blackwater aquariums. Its peaceful nature makes it ideal for cohabiting with other calm tetra species and dwarf cichlids.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:

🐠 Size: approx. 3–4 cm (on delivery), final size up to approx. 5–6 cm
🌎 Origin: South America – Wild-caught
🌡️ Temperature: 24–28 °C
💧 pH value: 5.0–7.0
⚖️ General hardness: 1–10 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful schooling fish, keeping in groups of 8–10 or more recommended
🌾 Aquarium: From 80 liters, with dense planting, roots, and open swimming areas

🍽️ Feeding:
The Heikoi Tetra readily accepts fine frozen food, Artemia, Cyclops, as well as high-quality flake and granulate food. A varied diet supports health and color development.

💡 Tip:
Humic substances, dark substrate, and slightly subdued lighting particularly highlight the silver sheen and natural behavior of these wild-caught fish.