{"product_id":"red-laser-tetra-watermelon-tetra-hemigrammus-coeruleus","title":"Red Laser Tetra -  Watermelon Tetra - Hemigrammus Coeruleus (Wild Caught)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eThe Red Laser Tetra, also known as the Watermelon Tetra, is a vibrant, eye-catching schooling fish known for its iridescent body and striking red lateral stripe that glows under aquarium lighting. The body often shows subtle blue or silver shimmer, while the red line running from gill plate to tail gives it that signature “laser” appearance. When kept in proper groups, their colors intensify and create a stunning midwater display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eThis species is considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"556\"\u003emoderately easy to keep\u003c\/strong\u003e and does best in well-maintained, established aquariums. Like most small characins, they prefer stable parameters, gentle flow, and a planted environment that mimics their natural habitat. Dark substrate and background help enhance their coloration significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 20 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6+ (larger groups recommended for best color and behavior)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5 (prefers slightly acidic to neutral)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore — quality micro pellets, flakes, frozen and live foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eRed Laser Tetras are ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003epeaceful community aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e with other small schooling fish such as rasboras, peaceful tetras, corydoras, small gouramis, and dwarf cichlids. They also pair beautifully with planted aquascapes and can coexist with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003elarger shrimp\u003c\/strong\u003e, though very small shrimp may be viewed as food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1628\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1628\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA vibrant, red-striped schooling tetra that adds shimmer and movement to planted community aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47946346168542,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Untitleddesign-52_baa20d81-e9f3-4396-83b1-99c781e4c118.png?v=1780803497","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/red-laser-tetra-watermelon-tetra-hemigrammus-coeruleus","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}