Can Assassin Snail Live With Black Skirt Tetra?
Assassin Snail and Black Skirt Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 70–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 15 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Assassin Snail | Black Skirt Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–81°F | 68–79°F | 70–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.2" | 3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 20 gal | 15 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Assassin Snail + Black Skirt Tetra
To keep Assassin Snail and Black Skirt Tetra together, you need at minimum a 15 gallon tank. Assassin Snail should be kept in a school of 3+. Black Skirt Tetra should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Assassin Snail
Clea helena
The Assassin Snail (Clea helena) is a beginner freshwater species known for its yellow, brown-black spiral bands coloration. Eats pest snails. Bottom to Surfaces.
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Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
The Black Skirt Tetra (Gymnocorymbus ternetzi) is a beginner freshwater species known for its silver, black coloration. Also called black widow tetra. Mid.
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