Can Head and Tail Light Tetra Live With Lyretail Molly?

Head and Tail Light Tetra and Lyretail Molly are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 7.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Head and Tail Light Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 25 gallons

ParameterHead and Tail Light TetraLyretail Molly
Temperature72–82°F72–82°F
pH6–7.57–8.5
Max Size2"5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank15 gal20 gal

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