Bleeding-heart tetra vs Butterfly splitfin: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 26–28°C (79–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

Bleeding-heart tetraButterfly splitfin
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)8 cm (3.1 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)26–32°C (79–90°F)
pH5.6–7.26.0–8.0
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore