Black Neon Tetra

Black Neon Tetra

Hyphessobrycon herbertaxelrodi
✓ Compatible
Crystal Red Shrimp

Crystal Red Shrimp

Caridina cantonensis var. crystal red

Can Black Neon Tetra Live With Crystal Red Shrimp?

Black Neon Tetra and Crystal Red Shrimp are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–76°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.8–6.8.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 1.2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Black Neon Tetra: middle, Crystal Red Shrimp: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Black Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Crystal Red Shrimp is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterBlack Neon TetraCrystal Red Shrimp
Temperature73–82°F68–76°F
pH5.5–7.55.8–6.8
Max Size1.5"1.2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleBottom
Min Tank10 gal10 gal

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