Can Rummy Nose Tetra Live With Cherry Barb?
Rummy Nose Tetra and Cherry Barb are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–81°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Rummy Nose Tetra | Cherry Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–84°F | 73–81°F | 75–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6–7 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Rummy Nose Tetra + Cherry Barb
To keep Rummy Nose Tetra and Cherry Barb together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Rummy Nose Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Cherry Barb should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
Rummy nose tetras are considered the ultimate schooling fish in the freshwater hobby. Their tight, synchronized formations are unmatched by any other tetra species. The vivid red nose serves as a health indicator — bright red means healthy, pale red means stressed. They prefer soft, acidic water and are slightly more demanding than neon tetras.
Full care guide →Cherry Barb
Puntius titteya
Cherry barbs are one of the most peaceful barb species, making them ideal for community tanks. Males develop a deep cherry-red coloration when mature and in breeding condition, while females remain more subdued with brown-pink tones. Unlike their more boisterous relatives like tiger barbs, cherry barbs are gentle, shy, and compatible with even the most delicate tank mates.
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