Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Pea Puffer?
Black Skirt Tetra and Pea Puffer are NOT 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 (2.5" and 1").
Temperament
✗ Not Compatible
Black Skirt Tetra (semi-aggressive) is not compatible with Pea Puffer (aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
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: 23 gallons
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Pea Puffer |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | All |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
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