Black Phantom Tetra | Live Freshwater Aquarium Fish

Add elegant dark coloration and peaceful schooling behavior to your aquarium with the beautiful Black Phantom Tetra. These freshwater fish are loved for their smoky black appearance, calm temperament, and active swimming behavior. Perfect for planted aquariums, community tanks, and hobbyists looking to add unique contrast and movement to their freshwater setup.

Quick Facts

• Care Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Diet: Omnivore
• Max Size: 1.75 Inches
• Tank Size: 15 Gallons Minimum
• Temperature: 72–82°F
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

The Black Phantom Tetra is a beautiful freshwater schooling fish known for its dark translucent coloration and distinctive black shoulder patch. Males often develop elongated fins and darker coloration, especially when healthy and comfortable in a well-maintained aquarium. Their unique appearance adds depth and contrast to planted tanks and peaceful community aquariums.

Black Phantom Tetras thrive best when kept in groups and enjoy aquariums with plants, driftwood, subdued lighting, and open swimming areas. Their peaceful nature makes them excellent tank mates for Corydoras, Rasboras, Gouramis, other Tetras, and a wide variety of non-aggressive freshwater fish.

These omnivorous fish enjoy a varied diet including high-quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other protein-rich foods that help support healthy coloration and overall condition.

At Felipe’s Fish, all live fish are carefully inspected and packaged to ensure safe and healthy arrival. We recommend slow acclimation to reduce stress and help your new fish adjust comfortably into its aquarium.