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Longfin neon

A variant of Neon tetra (Paracheirodon innesi)

Longfin neon

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

A finnage mutation extending all fins into flowing trails. Less common and somewhat more delicate due to the exaggerated finnage.

Keeper tips for this variant

The long fins make them weak swimmers and easy nipping targets; keep them in a low-flow species tank with no fin-nippers and pristine water.

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

Other Tetras variants

Wild / standardDiamond Head (Diamond) neonGold neon