Can Head and Tail Light Tetra Live With Tropheus?

Head and Tail Light Tetra

Head and Tail Light Tetra

Tropheus

Tropheus

Incompatible

Compatibility Score: 20/100

The Verdict

pH requirements don't overlap (Head and Tail Light Tetra: 6-7.5, Tropheus: 8-9)

Tropheus is aggressive and may harm the peaceful Head and Tail Light Tetra

Tips for Success

  • Ideal temperature range: 75-79°F
  • Minimum recommended tank size: 75 gallons

Side-by-Side Comparison

AttributeHead and Tail Light TetraTropheus
Adult Size
2"5"
Temperature
72-79°F75-82°F
pH Range
6-7.58-9
Min Tank Size
10G75G
Temperamentpeacefulaggressive
Swim Levelmiddlemiddle
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

Recommended Tank Size

75+ gallons

Minimum for keeping these fish together

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