Description
Blue Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) – A Majestic Jewel of Your Aquarium
Add a touch of royalty and vibrant beauty to your aquarium with the Blue Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri), a captivating species known for its stunning iridescent blue and yellow coloration. With its shimmering scales and elegant fins, the Blue Emperor Tetra stands out as a true gem in any freshwater tank, offering both color and graceful swimming behavior.
Native to the clear, slow-moving waters of South America, specifically the Rio Meta and surrounding tributaries, this peaceful species thrives in schools. Known for its striking appearance and gentle temperament, the Blue Emperor Tetra is an ideal addition to community tanks with other non-aggressive species.
Key Features & Care Guidelines:
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Vibrant Coloration: Shimmering blue body with hints of yellow and a subtle red hue on the fins, making it look like a jewel gliding through your aquarium.
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Behavior: Peaceful, social schooling fish that thrive in groups of 6 or more, showcasing their natural social behavior and beauty when kept together.
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Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons recommended to provide ample swimming space and social interaction.
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Water Parameters: Prefers soft, slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5, and temperatures from 74°F to 80°F (23°C to 27°C).
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Diet: Omnivorous; accepts a variety of foods, including flakes, pellets, live or frozen foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms.
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Tank Setup: Ideal for planted tanks with soft lighting, open swimming areas, and gentle water flow. Plenty of hiding spots and floating plants will help them feel secure.
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Experience Level: Easy to care for, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
The Blue Emperor Tetra (Nematobrycon palmeri) is a peaceful and visually stunning species that will brighten up your tank with its sparkling colors and lively schooling behavior. Add this majestic tetra to your aquarium and enjoy the elegance it brings to your aquatic world.
Click & Collect
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Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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