Can Congo Tetra Live With Blue Dream Shrimp?
Congo Tetra and Blue Dream Shrimp are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Congo Tetra | Blue Dream Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–82°F | 65–80°F | 73–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3.5" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 30 gal | 5 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Congo Tetra + Blue Dream Shrimp
To keep Congo Tetra and Blue Dream Shrimp together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Congo Tetra should be kept in a school of 6+. Blue Dream Shrimp should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Congo Tetra
Phenacogrammus interruptus
Congo tetras are the showstoppers of the tetra family. Males develop spectacular flowing fins with an iridescent rainbow sheen that shifts from blue to gold to green under aquarium lighting. They are larger than most tetras (up to 3.5 inches) and need a spacious, well-planted tank to display their full beauty. Peaceful but shy — they thrive with calm tank mates.
Full care guide →Blue Dream Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream
The Blue Dream Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream) is a beginner-level freshwater invertebrate growing to 1.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 5 gallon tank.
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