Can Rummy Nose Tetra Live With Pictus Catfish?
Rummy Nose Tetra and Pictus Catfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–81°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Rummy Nose Tetra | Pictus Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–84°F | 75–81°F | 75–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Rummy Nose Tetra + Pictus Catfish
To keep Rummy Nose Tetra and Pictus Catfish together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Rummy Nose Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Pictus Catfish should be kept in a school of 3+. 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 →Pictus Catfish
Pimelodus pictus
The Pictus Catfish (Pimelodus pictus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
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