How big does Rummy-nose Tetra get, and what tank size does it need?
Adults average about 5 cm, a small species. The planner recommends an aquarium of at least 76 L and about 80 cm long.
What water temperature and pH does Rummy-nose Tetra need?
The planner range is 24~26°C and pH 5.8~7.0, with medium hardness. Reference sources list a wider range of 23~26°C and pH 5.5~7.0. The planner uses the narrower range above as a safer starting point for beginners.
How many Rummy-nose Tetra should be kept together?
Shoaling fish: keep at least 8. Temperament is gentle.
Can Rummy-nose Tetra live with shrimp?
Adult shrimp: use caution. Baby shrimp: not recommended.
Is Rummy-nose Tetra a good fish for beginners?
Beginner level 3/5. Activity: high; waste: low.
Sources & review
Values are cross-checked against the references below and normalized into the planner's own ranges. No text or images are copied from them.