Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Ornate Bichir?
Black Skirt Tetra and Ornate Bichir are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.2–7.5.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Ornate Bichir (18") may eat or bully Black Skirt Tetra (2.5").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Black Skirt Tetra (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Ornate Bichir (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Black Skirt Tetra: middle, Ornate Bichir: bottom), reducing conflict.
Trait Conflict
✗ Not Compatible
Ornate Bichir is a predator and may eat 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: 75 gallons
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Ornate Bichir |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.2–7.8 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 18" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | Bottom |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 75 gal |
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