Can Neon Tetra Live With Yoyo Loach?
❌Not Compatible
Neon Tetra and Yoyo Loach are not compatible due to size mismatch or behavioral conflicts.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Neon Tetra | Yoyo Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–79°F | 75–82°F | 75–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5–7 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.6" | 6.3" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon innesi) is a beginner freshwater species known for its blue, red, silver coloration. Iconic schooling fish. Mid.
Full care guide →Yoyo Loach
Botia almorhae
intermediatepeaceful30+ gal
The Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black y-o-y-o pattern coloration. Active. Bottom to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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