Can Serpae Tetra Live With Tiger Barb?
✅Compatible
Serpae Tetra and Tiger Barb are compatible. Temperature overlap 74–82°F.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Serpae Tetra | Tiger Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 68–79°F | 74–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2" | 2.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Serpae Tetra + Tiger Barb
To keep Serpae Tetra and Tiger Barb together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Serpae Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Tiger Barb should be kept in a school of 8+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Serpae Tetra
Hyphessobrycon eques
beginnersemi-aggressive11+ gal
The Serpae Tetra (Hyphessobrycon eques) is a beginner freshwater species known for its red-orange, black coloration. Can be nippy in small groups. Mid.
Full care guide →Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
beginnersemi-aggressive20+ gal
The Tiger Barb (Puntigrus tetrazona) is a beginner freshwater species known for its orange-gold, black stripes coloration. Keep in groups of 6+. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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