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Neon tetra
Selectively bredUncommon in the tradeIntermediate to keep

Diamond Head (Diamond) neon

A variant of Neon tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)

Diamond Head (Diamond) neon

Representative Neon tetraphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.

A selectively-bred line with iridescent silvery-white scaling on the top of the head and back, adding a metallic 'diamond' sheen above the normal stripe.

Keeper tips for this variant

The diamond sheen pops under bright overhead light against a dark substrate; otherwise treat exactly like standard neons in soft, mature water.

This page covers the Diamond Head (Diamond) neon variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Neon tetra

Other Tetras variants

Wild / standardGold neonLongfin neon