Bleeding-heart tetra vs Dwarf botia: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–6.9 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)

Side by side

Bleeding-heart tetraDwarf botia
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)5 cm (2 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)25–30°C (77–86°F)
pH5.6–7.26.5–6.9
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyModerate
DietOmnivoreOmnivore