Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Wild-Type Ember Tetra?

Bloodfin Tetra and Wild-Type Ember Tetra are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Bloodfin Tetra: top, Wild-Type Ember Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bloodfin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Wild-Type Ember Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 23 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraWild-Type Ember Tetra
Temperature64–82°F73–84°F
pH6–85.5–7
Max Size2"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopMiddle
Min Tank20 gal5 gal

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