Red Phantom Tetra

Red Phantom Tetra

Hyphessobrycon sweglesi
✗ Not Compatible
Snakeskin Gourami

Snakeskin Gourami

Trichopodus pectoralis

Can Red Phantom Tetra Live With Snakeskin Gourami?

Red Phantom Tetra and Snakeskin Gourami are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Snakeskin Gourami (8") may eat or bully Red Phantom Tetra (1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Red Phantom Tetra: middle, Snakeskin Gourami: top), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Red Phantom Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterRed Phantom TetraSnakeskin Gourami
Temperature72–82°F72–82°F
pH5.5–76–8
Max Size1.5"8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleTop
Min Tank15 gal30 gal

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