Bloodfin Tetra

Bloodfin Tetra

Aphyocharax anisitsi
✓ Compatible
Checkered Barb

Checkered Barb

Oliotius oligolepis

Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Checkered Barb?

Bloodfin Tetra and Checkered Barb are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 68–77°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Bloodfin Tetra: top, Checkered Barb: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bloodfin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Checkered Barb is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 28 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraCheckered Barb
Temperature64–82°F68–77°F
pH6–86–7.5
Max Size2"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopMiddle
Min Tank20 gal15 gal

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