Rummy Nose Tetra

Rummy Nose Tetra

Hemigrammus rhodostomus
⚠ Use Caution
Swordtail

Swordtail

Xiphophorus hellerii

Can Rummy Nose Tetra Live With Swordtail?

Rummy Nose Tetra and Swordtail CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.

pH ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow pH overlap (7.0–7.0). Hard to maintain precisely.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 4").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

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

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 30 gallons

ParameterRummy Nose TetraSwordtail
Temperature74–82°F72–82°F
pH5.5–77–8
Max Size2"4"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank20 gal20 gal

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