Can Altifrons Eartheater Live With Red-Bellied Pacu?

Altifrons Eartheater and Red-Bellied Pacu are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 78–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (10" and 30").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Altifrons Eartheater: bottom, Red-Bellied Pacu: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Altifrons Eartheater is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 250 gallons

ParameterAltifrons EartheaterRed-Bellied Pacu
Temperature78–86°F76–82°F
pH5.5–7.56–7.5
Max Size10"30"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank75 gal250 gal

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