Tetra: Spotted Headstander

Tetra: Spotted Headstander from Tropical Exotics brings a splash of unique personality to your freshwater aquarium with its distinctive head-down swimming pose and attractive spotted pattern. Perfect for hobbyists who want an eye-catching, active centerpiece that adds movement and character to community tanks.

Distinctive appearance: The Spotted Headstander features a sleek, torpedo-shaped body marked with contrasting spots that catch the light as it glides at a tilted angle. Its unusual posture and graceful motion make it a conversation starter and a focal point in planted or natural-style aquaria.

• Size: Moderately small to medium — ideal for community tanks.
• Temperament: Peaceful and social; thrives in small groups.
• Diet: Omnivorous — accepts flake, pellets, live and frozen foods.
• Tank conditions: Prefers well-oxygenated water, moderate current, and plenty of vertical structure.
• Compatibility: Great with other calm, mid-to-top swimming species; avoid aggressive tankmates.

Why choose the Spotted Headstander? Its active, head-down foraging behavior adds vertical interest to the tank, while its spotted coloration complements planted backgrounds and driftwood. Sourced and selected by Tropical Exotics, each fish reflects the brand’s commitment to quality and aquarium health.

Care tips: Maintain stable water parameters (regular partial water changes), provide hiding spots with rocks or driftwood, and feed a varied diet to enhance coloration and vitality. Keep them in groups of 5+ to support natural schooling behavior and reduce stress.

Whether you’re upgrading a community tank or creating a natural biotope, the Tetra: Spotted Headstander offers visual intrigue, gentle temperament, and easy-to-meet care requirements — a smart, stylish addition from Tropical Exotics for both novice and experienced aquarists.