Bloodfin Tetra

Bloodfin Tetra

Aphyocharax anisitsi
✓ Compatible
Blue Velvet Shrimp

Blue Velvet Shrimp

Neocaridina davidi var. blue

Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Blue Velvet Shrimp?

Bloodfin Tetra and Blue Velvet Shrimp are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 65–80°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–8.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Bloodfin Tetra: top, Blue Velvet Shrimp: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bloodfin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Blue Velvet Shrimp is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 23 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraBlue Velvet Shrimp
Temperature64–82°F65–80°F
pH6–86.5–8
Max Size2"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopBottom
Min Tank20 gal5 gal

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