Can Cuckoo Catfish Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?
Cuckoo Catfish and Rummy Nose Tetra are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✗ Not Compatible
No pH overlap. Cuckoo Catfish needs pH 7.5–9, but Rummy Nose Tetra needs pH 5.5–7.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (7" vs 2"). Cuckoo Catfish may bully or stress Rummy Nose Tetra.
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Cuckoo Catfish (semi-aggressive) may have issues with Rummy Nose Tetra (peaceful). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Cuckoo Catfish: bottom, Rummy Nose Tetra: middle), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Cuckoo Catfish is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 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: 50 gallons
| Parameter | Cuckoo Catfish | Rummy Nose Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 7.5–9 | 5.5–7 |
| Max Size | 7" | 2" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Bottom | Middle |
| Min Tank | 40 gal | 20 gal |
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