Diamond Tetras (M. pittieri) up close

[bgarthe25 43]

Watching these guys sparkle as they swim by is mesmerizing.

 

[MattW24 140]

I can see why they get that name

 

[Boundava3 1]

Love diamond tetras! They are gorgeous in their subtle sparkle and behavior in a school/shoal is so engaging. I would love to keep them again, but I don't have a tank where they wouldn't be considered eel or crappie snacks