HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Garnet tetra Zig-zag eel vs Garnet tetra: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 8 times the length of a Garnet tetra and may eat it.Their preferred pH ranges don't overlap.Both are comfortable at 23–27°C (73–81°F).Side by sideZig-zag eelGarnet tetraAdult size38 cm (15 in)5 cm (2 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)55 L (15 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)23–27°C (73–81°F)pH6.5–7.55.0–6.0Hardness–5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasy–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusGarnet tetraHemigrammus pulcher