Can Neon Tetra Live With Spotted Headstander?

Neon Tetra and Spotted Headstander are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 75–81°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 3.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Spotted Headstander is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterNeon TetraSpotted Headstander
Temperature70–81°F75–82°F
pH6–75.5–7
Max Size1.5"3.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal30 gal

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