{"id":14550,"date":"2026-02-18T01:42:35","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T01:42:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/yellow-congo-tetra-phenacogrammus-interruptus-4cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-18T01:42:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T01:42:36","slug":"yellow-congo-tetra-phenacogrammus-interruptus-4cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=yellow-congo-tetra-phenacogrammus-interruptus-4cm","title":{"rendered":"Yellow Congo Tetra Phenacogrammus Interruptus &#8211; 4cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"607\"><strong data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"246\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"249\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"275\">Yellow Congo Tetra<\/strong> is a selectively bred color morph of the popular Congo Tetra, featuring a <strong data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"377\">warm golden-yellow body<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"405\">shimmering iridescence<\/strong>, and flowing, translucent fins. It retains the same peaceful schooling nature and graceful swimming style of the standard form, making it a stunning and active addition to larger community aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"857\"><strong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"620\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"623\" \/>The wild-type <em data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"665\">Phenacogrammus interruptus<\/em> is native to the <strong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"704\">Congo River Basin<\/strong> in Central Africa, inhabiting slow-moving streams and tributaries. The <strong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"792\">yellow morph<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"822\">captive-bred variety<\/strong> developed in the aquarium trade.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"1076\"><strong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"871\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"874\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to feed. Accepts <strong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"946\">high-quality flakes and pellets<\/strong>, supplemented with <strong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\">frozen or live foods<\/strong> such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia to maintain vibrant color and health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1307\"><strong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1093\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\" \/>Peaceful and best kept with other <strong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1161\">medium-sized community fish<\/strong> such as larger tetras, rainbowfish, peaceful barbs, Corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Keep in <strong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1276\">groups of 6 or more<\/strong> for best color and behavior.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1332\"><strong data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1330\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1522\">\n<li data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1371\">\n<p data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1371\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1369\">75\u201381\u00b0F (24\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1391\">\n<p data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1391\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1389\">6.0\u20137.5<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1425\">\n<p data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1425\">Soft to moderately hard water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1463\">\n<p data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1463\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1461\">30 gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1522\">\n<p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1522\">Prefers <strong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1520\">planted aquariums with open swimming space<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1553\"><strong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1551\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1730\">\n<li data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1598\">\n<p data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1598\">Peaceful, active midwater schooling fish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1665\">\n<p data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1665\">Males develop longer, more ornate fins and brighter coloration<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1730\">\n<p data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1730\">Displays best colors in well-maintained, dimly lit aquariums<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1752\"><strong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1750\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1982\">\n<li data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1809\">\n<p data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1809\">More rare than the standard Congo Tetra in the trade<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1863\">\n<p data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1863\">Stunning centerpiece for peaceful community tanks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1928\">\n<p data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1928\">Sensitive to poor water quality\u2014requires regular maintenance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1982\">\n<p data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1982\">Colors intensify with a high-quality, varied diet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2132\">The <strong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2010\">Yellow Congo Tetra<\/strong> offers a unique golden twist on a classic species, adding movement, harmony, and a warm glow to well-planted aquariums.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Yellow Congo Tetra is a selectively bred color morph of the popular Congo Tetra, featuring a warm golden-yellow body, shimmering iridescence, and flowing, translucent fins. It retains the same peaceful schooling nature and graceful swimming style of the standard form, making it a stunning and active addition to larger community aquariums. 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