Can Bloodfin Tetra Live With Hillstream Loach?

Bloodfin Tetra and Hillstream Loach are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 65–75°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.

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, Hillstream Loach: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bloodfin Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Hillstream Loach is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterBloodfin TetraHillstream Loach
Temperature64–82°F65–75°F
pH6–86.5–7.5
Max Size2"3"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopBottom
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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