Red Phantom Tetra tank mates
Megalamphodus sweglesi
6 rated pairings from the Red Phantom Tetra care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Red Phantom Tetra needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom-dweller with identical soft-water preferences; won't compete for mid-water space
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Similar size, temperament, and water requirements; compatible schooling companion
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful tetra with matching habitat needs and mid-water swimming zone
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Algae-eating invertebrate that shares soft-water preference and won't prey on adult tetras
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that provides shelter and maintains water quality in planted setup
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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