Can Dwarf Pencilfish Live With Glowlight Tetra?

Dwarf Pencilfish and Glowlight Tetra are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.5–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.2" and 1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Dwarf Pencilfish is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Glowlight Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterDwarf PencilfishGlowlight Tetra
Temperature75–82°F72–82°F
pH5–75.5–7.5
Max Size1.2"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal10 gal

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