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

Verdict: With caution

  • The Mosquitofish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°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 tetraMosquitofish
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)4 cm (1.6 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)12–29°C (54–84°F)
pH5.6–7.26.0–8.0
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore