Can Fancy Goldfish Live With Serpae Tetra?
Fancy Goldfish and Serpae Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–74°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (8" vs 1.75"). Fancy Goldfish may bully or stress Serpae Tetra.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Fancy Goldfish (peaceful) may have issues with Serpae Tetra (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Trait Conflict
✗ Not Compatible
Fancy Goldfish is a coldwater species and should not be kept with tropical fish like Serpae Tetra.
Important Notes
- Serpae Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons
| Parameter | Fancy Goldfish | Serpae Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–74°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Max Size | 8" | 1.75" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | All | Middle |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
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