{"id":511,"date":"2026-02-16T22:32:54","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:32:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/albino-cardinal-tetra-paracheirodon-axelrodi-2cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T22:32:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:32:54","slug":"albino-cardinal-tetra-paracheirodon-axelrodi-2cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=albino-cardinal-tetra-paracheirodon-axelrodi-2cm","title":{"rendered":"Albino Cardinal Tetra Paracheirodon Axelrodi &#8211; 2cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"747\"><strong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"254\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"257\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"286\">Albino Cardinal Tetra<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"321\">rare and striking variant<\/strong> of the classic <em data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"361\">Paracheirodon axelrodi<\/em>, showcasing a soft <strong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"403\">pinkish-white body<\/strong> with a <strong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"427\">pearly sheen<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"441\">red eyes<\/strong>, and faint traces of the iconic <strong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"509\">blue and red horizontal stripes<\/strong>found in the standard form. It retains the same peaceful nature and schooling behavior that makes cardinal tetras so popular, but offers a <strong data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"687\">more delicate, ethereal appearance<\/strong> that stands out beautifully in planted or blackwater tanks.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"942\"><strong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"760\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"763\" \/>Native to the <strong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"815\">Rio Negro and Orinoco River basins<\/strong> in <strong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"854\">Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela<\/strong>. The <strong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"875\">albino form<\/strong> is a <strong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"904\">captive-bred rarity<\/strong> developed through selective breeding.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1238\"><strong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"956\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"959\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to care for. Feed a variety of <strong data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1055\">high-quality micro flakes or nano pellets<\/strong>, as well as <strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1092\">frozen or live foods<\/strong> like <strong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1128\">baby brine shrimp, daphnia<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1144\">cyclops<\/strong>. Regular feeding of color-enhancing or vitamin-rich foods helps maintain health and vitality.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1502\"><strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1255\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\" \/>Exceptionally <strong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1303\">peaceful and community-safe<\/strong>. Best kept in <strong data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1341\">groups of 6 or more<\/strong> to encourage schooling and reduce stress. Ideal tank mates include other small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras catfish, dwarf gouramis, and peaceful shrimp species.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1527\"><strong data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1525\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1732\">\n<li data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1566\">\n<p data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1566\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1564\">74\u201380\u00b0F (23\u201327\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1586\">\n<p data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1586\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1584\">5.0\u20137.0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1624\">\n<p data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1624\">Very soft to soft water preferred<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1665\">\n<p data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1665\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1663\">15\u201320 gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1732\">\n<p data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1732\">Prefers <strong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1693\">planted tanks<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1711\">dim lighting<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1732\">gentle flow<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1763\"><strong data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1761\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1887\">\n<li data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1792\">\n<p data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\">Active mid-water swimmer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1830\">\n<p data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1830\">Peaceful and best kept in schools<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1887\">\n<p data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1887\">Color and behavior improve in stable, clean conditions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1909\"><strong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1907\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2238\">\n<li data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2004\">\n<p data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2004\">Albino variants are more <strong data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1966\">sensitive to bright light<\/strong>\u2014use floating plants or dim lighting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2087\">\n<p data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2087\">Best kept in <strong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2057\">blackwater or soft, acidic setups<\/strong> to replicate native habitat<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2177\">\n<p data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2177\">Ideal for <strong data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2134\">nano tanks, planted aquascapes<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2175\">South American biotope aquariums<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2238\">\n<p data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2238\">Rare in the hobby\u2014<strong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2238\">an elegant and unique schooling fish<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2458\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The <strong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2269\">Albino Cardinal Tetra<\/strong> brings a <strong data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2306\">rare and graceful charm<\/strong> to the aquarium world. Its gentle beauty, paired with peaceful schooling behavior, makes it a <strong data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2457\">perfect centerpiece for calm, nature-style aquariums<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Albino Cardinal Tetra is a rare and striking variant of the classic Paracheirodon axelrodi, showcasing a soft pinkish-white body with a pearly sheen, red eyes, and faint traces of the iconic blue and red horizontal stripesfound in the standard form. 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