Can Diamond Tetra Live With Glass Catfish?

Diamond Tetra and Glass Catfish are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2.5" and 3").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Diamond Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Glass Catfish is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterDiamond TetraGlass Catfish
Temperature72–82°F75–82°F
pH6–7.56.5–7.5
Max Size2.5"3"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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