Bleeding-heart tetra vs Flame tetra: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).
  • A pH of 5.8–7.2 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

Bleeding-heart tetraFlame tetra
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)4.5 cm (1.8 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)55 L (15 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)22–28°C (72–82°F)
pH5.6–7.25.8–7.8
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)5–25 dGH (89–446 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyDifficult
DietOmnivoreOmnivore