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The Gold Blue Emperor Tetra (Inpaichthys kerri) is a striking freshwater fish prized for its shimmering golden body with brilliant blue iridescence. Peaceful, active and easy to care for, this attractive tetra makes an excellent addition to community aquariums in both homes and offices. Their vibrant colours become even more impressive when kept in groups and housed in well-planted aquariums with subdued lighting.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are hardy and suitable for beginner to intermediate fishkeepers who maintain good water quality.
| Common Name | Gold Blue Emperor Tetra |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Inpaichthys kerri |
| Origin | Brazil (Aripuanã River Basin) |
| Adult Size | 4–5 cm |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Minimum Tank Size | 60 litres |
| Temperature | 23–28°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Hardness | Soft to moderately hard (2–15 dGH) |
| Diet | Omnivore |
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras have a slender, streamlined body with a beautiful metallic sheen. Depending on the lighting, they display brilliant gold tones along the body with vibrant blue iridescence that gives them their distinctive appearance. Males are generally more colourful and slightly slimmer, while females tend to have a fuller body shape.
Healthy fish should display:
Inpaichthys kerri is native to the slow-moving rivers and tributaries of the Aripuanã River Basin in Brazil. These waters are typically soft, slightly acidic and shaded by dense rainforest vegetation. In the aquarium, they thrive in environments that mimic these natural conditions with plants, driftwood and gentle water movement.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are best kept in mature, well-maintained aquariums with plenty of swimming space.
Recommended setup:
A planted aquarium with subdued lighting helps bring out their best colours while providing security.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are peaceful, active schooling fish that spend most of their time swimming through the middle section of the aquarium.
When kept in good-sized groups, they display confident behaviour, vibrant colours and natural schooling movements. Small groups may become shy or occasionally nip fins, so larger schools are recommended.
These tetras mix well with other peaceful tropical fish of a similar size.
Suitable tank mates include:
Avoid keeping them with:
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are omnivores and readily accept a wide range of quality foods.
A balanced diet should include:
Feed once or twice daily, offering only what they can consume within a few minutes.
Stable water conditions are essential for maintaining vibrant colours and good health.
Ideal parameters:
Consistent maintenance and regular water changes will keep these tetras healthy and active.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are egg scatterers and can be bred in dedicated breeding aquariums.
Breeding conditions include:
Adults should be removed after spawning, as they may eat the eggs. The fry require very small foods such as infusoria before progressing to newly hatched brine shrimp.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are generally hardy when kept in suitable conditions but can develop health issues if water quality declines.
Potential health concerns include:
Maintaining excellent water quality, keeping them in groups and providing a varied diet will greatly reduce the risk of illness.
Gold Blue Emperor Tetras are an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a colourful, peaceful schooling fish that adds movement and elegance to a community aquarium.
They offer:
With proper care, Gold Blue Emperor Tetras will reward you with vibrant colour, lively schooling behaviour and long-lasting beauty, making them a standout addition to any tropical freshwater aquarium.
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