Can Peacock Gudgeon Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?

Peacock Gudgeon and Rummy Nose Tetra are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–79°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (3" and 2").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Peacock Gudgeon: bottom, Rummy Nose Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Peacock Gudgeon is a schooling fish and needs at least 4 of its kind.
  • Rummy Nose Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 25 gallons

ParameterPeacock GudgeonRummy Nose Tetra
Temperature72–79°F74–82°F
pH6.5–7.55.5–7
Max Size3"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank15 gal20 gal

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