Can Black Neon Tetra Live With Bumblebee Goby?

Black Neon Tetra and Bumblebee Goby are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 7.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Black Neon Tetra: middle, Bumblebee Goby: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Black Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Bumblebee Goby is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterBlack Neon TetraBumblebee Goby
Temperature73–82°F74–82°F
pH5.5–7.57–8.5
Max Size1.5"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleBottom
Min Tank10 gal10 gal

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