The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

X-Ray Tetra Pristella Maxillaris 2cm

X-Ray Tetra Pristella Maxillaris 2cm

Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

£4.00
Live Arrival Guarantee Live Fish Delivery When Your Fish Arrive (acclimatisation guide)

Delivered alive, guaranteed

Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.

When will my fish arrive?

Order placedDelivery day
Up to Monday 11:00amThursday (that week)
Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00amFriday (that week)
Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00amSaturday (that week)
Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time)Thursday (following week)

X-Ray Tetra Pristella Maxillaris 2cm Overview: The X-Ray Tetra, known for its stunning translucent appearance and vibrant silver body, is a captivating addition to any aquarium. Its distinctive markings and peaceful nature make it a popular choice among hobbyists. Origin: Native to South America, specifically the Amazon River basin and its tributaries, these tetras thrive in soft, acidic waters with plenty of vegetation. Feeding: These omnivorous fish happily accept a varied diet, including high-quality flakes, frozen or live foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small insects. Their diet can be supplemented with vegetable matter. Tank Mates: Their gentle disposition makes them excellent tank mates for other peaceful community fish such as other tetras, rasboras, gouramis, and small catfish. Avoid pairing them with aggressive or larger species that might intimidate them. Aggression: X-Ray Tetras are incredibly peaceful and non-aggressive, making them an ideal addition to community tanks. They prefer swimming in schools of their own kind, feeling more secure and displaying their best colors in larger groups. Experience Level: Perfect for aquarists of all experience levels, these tetras are hardy and adaptable, forgiving of minor fluctuations in water parameters. Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-82°F (22-28°C)
  • pH: 5.5-7.5
  • Hardness: Soft to slightly hard water (2-15 dGH)
  • Ammonia and nitrite levels should always be at zero, and regular water changes are essential for their health and well-being.

Please Note

The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.

Frequently Asked Questions

In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.

It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.


Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.

Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.

We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.

Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.