{"product_id":"blind-cave-tetra","title":"Blind Cave Tetra","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r2rsz8\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eBlind Cave Tetra (\u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eAstyanax mexicanus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eA fascinating eyeless tetra adapted to life in complete darkness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"429\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eBlind Cave Tetra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique and hardy species known for its lack of eyes and pale, almost translucent body. Evolved from surface-dwelling ancestors, this cave-dwelling form relies on heightened senses and lateral line detection to navigate and find food, making it an incredibly interesting fish to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eActive and constantly on the move, Blind Cave Tetras are best kept in groups where they display natural schooling behaviour. Despite their unusual appearance, they are robust and easy to care for, making them a great choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists. Best suited to community tanks with similarly active species, though they may occasionally nip slower or long-finned fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jnt6uo\" data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to intermediate aquarists and community aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 litres\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003cbr data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1017\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6+ for natural behaviour\u003cbr data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-peaceful; may nip slow or long-finned fish\u003cbr data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any requests for gender\/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect\/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. You can find your nearest depot\/point here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1773791819344000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2k9yi1kfNS3gGYbl3HPv0B\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/\u003cwbr\u003enearestlocation\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42815149867085,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/iStock-1203035722.jpg?v=1774396176","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.co.nz\/products\/blind-cave-tetra","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}