Can German Blue Ram Live With Green Neon Tetra?
German Blue Ram and Green Neon Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 78–85°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | German Blue Ram | Green Neon Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 75–85°F | 78–85°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 4.5–6.5 | 5.5–6.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for German Blue Ram + Green Neon Tetra
To keep German Blue Ram and Green Neon Tetra together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Green Neon Tetra should be kept in a school of 10+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
German blue rams are one of the most beautiful dwarf cichlids, with iridescent blue and gold coloration, a distinctive black spot, and red-highlighted fins. Despite being cichlids, they are remarkably peaceful and make excellent centerpiece fish for planted community tanks. They do require warm, soft water and are more sensitive than typical community fish.
Full care guide →Green Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon simulans
The Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 1 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
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