Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Fancy Goldfish?
Black Skirt Tetra and Fancy Goldfish are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–74°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (8" vs 2.5"). Fancy Goldfish may bully or stress Black Skirt Tetra.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Black Skirt Tetra (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Fancy Goldfish (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Trait Conflict
✗ Not Compatible
Fancy Goldfish is a coldwater species and should not be kept with tropical fish like Black Skirt Tetra.
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: 30 gallons
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Fancy Goldfish |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 60–74°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 8" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | All |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
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