Can Flame Tetra Live With Snowball Pleco?
Flame Tetra and Snowball Pleco CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 77–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 5.5–7.0.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (6" vs 1.5"). Snowball Pleco may bully or stress Flame Tetra.
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Flame Tetra: middle, Snowball Pleco: bottom), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Flame Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons
| Parameter | Flame Tetra | Snowball Pleco |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 77–86°F |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 | 5.5–7 |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 6" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Bottom |
| Min Tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
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