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Can Bristlenose Pleco and Black Skirt Tetra Live Together?
Compatible
- Shared temperature window: 73-80°F.
- Shared pH window: 6.5-7.5.
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Bristlenose Pleco | Black Skirt Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 5" | 2.5" |
| Min tank | 29 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperature | 73-81°F | 70-80°F |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 | 6-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 29 gallons or larger. Keep at 73-80°F. Target pH 6.5-7.5.
FAQ
Can Bristlenose Pleco and Black Skirt Tetra live together?
Compatible. Shared temperature window: 73-80°F.
What size tank do Bristlenose Pleco and Black Skirt Tetra need together?
Plan for at least 29 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.
See full care guides: Bristlenose Pleco · Black Skirt Tetra