Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Congo Tetra?
Black Skirt Tetra and Congo Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Congo Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 73–82°F | 73–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 3.3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Black Skirt Tetra + Congo Tetra
To keep Black Skirt Tetra and Congo Tetra together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Black Skirt Tetra should be kept in a school of 6+. 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
Black Skirt Tetra
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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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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