Buenos Aires Tetra

Buenos Aires Tetra

Hyphessobrycon anisitsi
⚠ Use Caution
Spike-Tailed Paradise Fish

Spike-Tailed Paradise Fish

Pseudosphromenus cupanus

Can Buenos Aires Tetra Live With Spike-Tailed Paradise Fish?

Buenos Aires Tetra and Spike-Tailed Paradise Fish CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 68–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (3" and 2.5").

Temperament ⚠ Use Caution

Buenos Aires Tetra (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Spike-Tailed Paradise Fish (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Buenos Aires Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 35 gallons

ParameterBuenos Aires TetraSpike-Tailed Paradise Fish
Temperature64–82°F68–82°F
pH6–86–7.5
Max Size3"2.5"
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank30 gal10 gal

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