Black-Barred Limia

Black-Barred Limia

Limia nigrofasciata
⚠ Use Caution
Rummy Nose Tetra

Rummy Nose Tetra

Hemigrammus rhodostomus

Can Black-Barred Limia Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?

Black-Barred Limia and Rummy Nose Tetra CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.

pH ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow pH overlap (7.0–7.0). Hard to maintain precisely.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2.5" and 2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Black-Barred Limia is a schooling fish and needs at least 4 of its kind.
  • Rummy Nose Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterBlack-Barred LimiaRummy Nose Tetra
Temperature72–82°F74–82°F
pH7–8.25.5–7
Max Size2.5"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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