Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Greenstripe Barb?

Bloodfin Tetra and Greenstripe 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 3").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

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

Important Notes

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

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraGreenstripe Barb
Temperature64–82°F68–77°F
pH6–86–7.5
Max Size2"3"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopMiddle
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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