Can Blue Platy Live With Lemon Tetra?
Blue Platy and Lemon Tetra are compatible tank mates!
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–80°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 7.0–7.5.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (2.5" and 1.5").
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Lemon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 18 gallons
| Parameter | Blue Platy | Lemon Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 10 gal | 15 gal |
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