Can Assassin Snail Live With Congo Tetra?
Assassin Snail and Congo Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Assassin Snail | Congo Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–81°F | 73–82°F | 73–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.2" | 3.3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Assassin Snail + Congo Tetra
To keep Assassin Snail and Congo Tetra together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Assassin Snail should be kept in a school of 3+. Congo 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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Phenacogrammus interruptus
The Congo Tetra (Phenacogrammus interruptus) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its iridescent rainbow (blue, gold, orange) coloration. Iridescent rainbow colors. Mid to Upper-Mid.
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