Can Green Neon Tetra Live With Sven's Eartheater?

Green Neon Tetra and Sven's Eartheater are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 78–85°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.5–6.5.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Sven's Eartheater (7") may eat or bully Green Neon Tetra (1").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Green Neon Tetra: middle, Sven's Eartheater: bottom), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Green Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 10 of its kind.
  • Sven's Eartheater is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 55 gallons

ParameterGreen Neon TetraSven's Eartheater
Temperature75–85°F78–86°F
pH4–6.55.5–7.5
Max Size1"7"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleBottom
Min Tank10 gal55 gal

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