Lake Kutubu rainbowfish vs Bleeding-heart tetra: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 23–24°C (73–75°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–7.2 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Lake Kutubu rainbowfishBleeding-heart tetra
Adult size10 cm (3.9 in)6 cm (2.4 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature20–24°C (68–75°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH7.0–8.05.6–7.2
Hardness9–12 dGH (161–214 ppm)3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore