Can Ruby Tetra Live With Wine Red Betta?

Ruby Tetra and Wine Red Betta are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.0–5.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (0.7" and 1.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Ruby Tetra: middle, Wine Red Betta: top), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Ruby Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 8 gallons

ParameterRuby TetraWine Red Betta
Temperature68–82°F75–82°F
pH5–73.5–5.5
Max Size0.7"1.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleTop
Min Tank5 gal5 gal

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