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Can Cardinal Tetra and German Blue Ram Live Together?

Compatible
  • Shared temperature window: 78-81°F.
  • Shared pH window: 5.5-7.0.

Side-by-side

ParameterCardinal TetraGerman Blue Ram
Adult size2"2.5"
Min tank20 gal20 gal
Temperature73-81°F78-85°F
pH5.5-75.5-7
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Recommended shared tank: 20 gallons or larger. Keep at 78-81°F. Target pH 5.5-7.0.

FAQ

Can Cardinal Tetra and German Blue Ram live together?

Compatible. Shared temperature window: 78-81°F.

What size tank do Cardinal Tetra and German Blue Ram need together?

Plan for at least 20 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.

See full care guides: Cardinal Tetra · German Blue Ram