Can Neon Tetra Live With Orange Sakura Shrimp?
Neon Tetra and Orange Sakura Shrimp are compatible tank mates!
Detailed Analysis
Known Pairing
✓ Compatible
Orange Sakura Shrimp and Neon Tetra are known to coexist well.
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 70–80°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (1.5" and 1.5").
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Neon Tetra: middle, Orange Sakura Shrimp: bottom), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
- Orange Sakura Shrimp is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 13 gallons
| Parameter | Neon Tetra | Orange Sakura Shrimp |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–81°F | 65–80°F |
| pH | 6–7 | 6.5–8 |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 1.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Bottom |
| Min Tank | 10 gal | 5 gal |
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