Can Green Neon Tetra Live With Boesemani Rainbowfish?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Green Neon Tetra needs 4.5–6.5, Boesemani Rainbowfish needs 7.0–8.0.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Green Neon Tetra | Boesemani Rainbowfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–85°F | 77–86°F | 77–85°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 4.5–6.5 | 7–8 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1" | 4.5" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Green Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon simulans
intermediatepeaceful10+ gal
The Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 1 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Boesemani Rainbowfish
Melanotaenia boesemani
beginnerpeaceful30+ gal
The Boesemani Rainbowfish (Melanotaenia boesemani) is a beginner-level freshwater fish growing to 4.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Green Neon Tetra:
For Boesemani Rainbowfish:
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