Can Nerite Snail Live With Green Neon Tetra?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Nerite Snail needs 7.0–8.5, Green Neon Tetra needs 4.5–6.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | Green Neon Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–78°F | 75–85°F | 75–78°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8.5 | 4.5–6.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1" | 1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Nerite Snail
Neritina spp.
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
Nerite snails are the best algae-eating snails for freshwater aquariums. They come in beautiful patterns (zebra, tiger, horned, olive) and will not reproduce in freshwater — making them the ideal pest-free algae cleanup crew. A single nerite can keep a 5-gallon tank virtually algae-free.
Full care guide →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 →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Nerite Snail:
For Green Neon Tetra:
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