Can Bumblebee Goby Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?

Bumblebee Goby and Rummy Nose Tetra CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.

pH ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow pH overlap (7.0–7.0). Hard to maintain precisely.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Bumblebee Goby: bottom, Rummy Nose Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Bumblebee Goby is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 of its kind.
  • Rummy Nose Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 20 gallons

ParameterBumblebee GobyRummy Nose Tetra
Temperature74–82°F74–82°F
pH7–8.55.5–7
Max Size1.5"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank10 gal20 gal

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