Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Brown's Betta?
Black Skirt Tetra and Brown's Betta are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✗ Not Compatible
No pH overlap. Black Skirt Tetra needs pH 6–7.5, but Brown's Betta needs pH 3.5–5.5.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (2.5" and 1.5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Black Skirt Tetra (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Brown's Betta (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Black Skirt Tetra: middle, Brown's Betta: top), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Black Skirt Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 23 gallons
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Brown's Betta |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 3.5–5.5 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Top |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
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