Can Dojo Loach Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?

Dojo Loach and Rummy Nose Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–77°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.

Size ⚠ Use Caution

Significant size difference (10" vs 2"). Dojo Loach may bully or stress Rummy Nose Tetra.

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

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

Trait Conflict ✗ Not Compatible

Dojo Loach is a coldwater species and should not be kept with tropical fish like Rummy Nose Tetra.

Important Notes

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

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 40 gallons

ParameterDojo LoachRummy Nose Tetra
Temperature50–77°F74–82°F
pH6.5–85.5–7
Max Size10"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank30 gal20 gal

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