Can African Dwarf Frog Live With Cardinal Tetra?

African Dwarf Frog and Cardinal Tetra are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2.5" and 2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (African Dwarf Frog: bottom, Cardinal Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • African Dwarf Frog is a schooling fish and needs at least 2 of its kind.
  • Cardinal Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterAfrican Dwarf FrogCardinal Tetra
Temperature72–82°F73–84°F
pH6.5–7.55–7
Max Size2.5"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank10 gal10 gal

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