Can neon tetras live with Swordtails?

Some species of tetra can live with red swordtails. Since swordtails tend to measure between 4 and 4 1/2 inches long, larger tetras are better suited so they don’t end up getting bullied. Suitable species include bleeding heart tetras, Congo tetras, emperor tetras and red eye tetras.

Can Red Eye tetra live with neon tetra?

Also.. is it true that Red Eye Tetra’s and Neon Tetra’s don’t mix well ? Only if the tank is too small to allow both of these species to swim around. A 5.5 gallons is too small for more fish.

What kind of fish can live with neon tetras?

Neon tetras do well in a community tank as long as the other species are not large or aggressive. Small peaceful fish such as rasboras, small tetras, dwarf gouramis, as well as corys and other small catfish are good choices as companions.

What goes well with neon tetras?

Best Neon Tetra Tank Mates

1. Harlequin Rasboras (Trigonostigma heteromorpha)
2. Zebra Danios (Danio rerio)
3. Hatchetfish (Gasteropelecus sternicla)
4. Guppies (Poecilia reticulata)
5. Chili Rasboras (Boraras brigittae)
6. Dwarf Gourami (Trichogaster lalius)

How many Swordtails should be kept together?

The minimum tank size for one adult swordtail fish should be at least 15-gallons. However, if you plan to add other fish for good company, plan to house them in at least a 29-gallon aquarium. The best male to female ratio is one male and three or four females.

Are Swordtails good community fish?

Tank Mates Peaceful, active fish such as Swordtails pair well with other similar species. They are social fish that will enjoy the company of other passive tank mates. This is seen in the wild where they live alongside Platies, their close relatives. They would not come across any predatory fish in the wild.

Can angel fish live with tetras?

Head and Tail Light Tetras share a native habitat with Angelfish, originally coming for the Amazon River Basin. As with most Tetras, they make great tank mates but you should exercise caution when keeping them with long-finned fish. Tetras have a tendency to nip at fins.

Can I have 2 male swordtails together?

It is possible to keep multiple males and females together in the same tank provided you have a large aquarium, heavily planted and decorated to provide sufficient hiding places. Make sure your tank is at least 50 gallons and you provide two or three females for each male in the tank.