Can Dragon Blood Peacock Live With Neon Tetra?
Dragon Blood Peacock and Neon Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Known Pairing
✗ Not Compatible
Dragon Blood Peacock and Neon Tetra are known to have compatibility issues.
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 76–81°F.
pH
✗ Not Compatible
No pH overlap. Dragon Blood Peacock needs pH 7.5–8.5, but Neon Tetra needs pH 6–7.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (6" vs 1.5"). Dragon Blood Peacock may bully or stress Neon Tetra.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Dragon Blood Peacock (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Neon Tetra (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 60 gallons
| Parameter | Dragon Blood Peacock | Neon Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 76–82°F | 70–81°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 6–7 |
| Max Size | 6" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 55 gal | 10 gal |
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