Can Lemon Tetra Live With Tropheus?

Lemon Tetra

Lemon Tetra

Tropheus

Tropheus

Incompatible

Compatibility Score: 20/100

The Verdict

pH requirements don't overlap (Lemon Tetra: 5.5-7.5, Tropheus: 8-9)

Tropheus is aggressive and may harm the peaceful Lemon Tetra

Tips for Success

  • Ideal temperature range: 75-82°F
  • Minimum recommended tank size: 75 gallons

Side-by-Side Comparison

AttributeLemon TetraTropheus
Adult Size
2"5"
Temperature
72-82°F75-82°F
pH Range
5.5-7.58-9
Min Tank Size
15G75G
Temperamentpeacefulaggressive
Swim Levelmiddlemiddle
DietOmnivoreHerbivore

Recommended Tank Size

75+ gallons

Minimum for keeping these fish together

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Neon TetraGuppyGoldfishAngelfish

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