Can Neon Tetra Live With Mystery Snail?
Neon Tetra and Mystery Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 70–81°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Neon Tetra | Mystery Snail | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 64–82°F | 70–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5–7 | 7–8 | 7–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.6" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 5 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Neon Tetra + Mystery Snail
To keep Neon Tetra and Mystery Snail together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Neon Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Mystery Snail should be kept in a school of 3+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a beginner freshwater species known for its blue, red, silver coloration. Iconic schooling fish. Mid.
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Pomacea bridgesii
The Mystery Snail (Pomacea bridgesii) is a beginner freshwater species known for its gold, blue, purple, ivory, black (varies) coloration. Many color varieties. All surfaces.
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