At Source Aquatics, we prioritize the safe transport of your Gold Pristella Tetras. Here are our shipping guidelines:
- 📦 Shipments are conducted on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays via FEDEX & UPS.
- 🕒 DOA Guarantee is applicable to next-day shipping, refunds less shipping costs.
- 🌡️ Temperature-appropriate packaging is used based on destination climate (local temperature info is helpful).
- 📆 We strive to avoid weekend shipping to minimize potential delays, depending on destination.
Your satisfaction and the health of the fish are our top priorities:
- 💸 Prompt refunds for DOA cases, less shipping costs.
- 🔄 Replacements where feasible.
- 🚚 Orders may take 2-3 business days to prepare for optimum quality.
- 💯 Full refunds for orders we cannot fulfill due to stock issues.
The Gold Pristella Tetra (Pristella maxillaris) is a beautiful freshwater fish known for its shimmering gold body and peaceful nature. This species is a delightful addition to any aquarium, adding both elegance and activity.
- Shimmering gold body with a delicate appearance
- Hardy and easy to care for
- Peaceful and social, perfect for community tanks
- Active swimmers, adding movement and life to the aquarium
- Temperature: 72° – 82° F (22° – 28° C)
- pH: 6.0 – 8.0
- Hardness: 5-19 dGH
- Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
- Diet: Omnivorous; feed with a variety of high-quality flakes, micro pellets, and live or frozen foods
- Social Behavior: Peaceful and social, best kept in schools
- Origin: Native to freshwater habitats in South America
- Average Adult Size: 1.5 – 2 inches (4 – 5 cm)


