Can Angelfish and Cochu's Blue Tetra live together?

Angelfish and Cochu's Blue Tetra are not compatible. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Angelfish vs Cochu's Blue Tetra

Verdict:Not compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Tetras

6″

Adult size

2″

55gal

Min tank

20gal

76–84°F

Temperature

73–82°F

6–7.5

5.5–7.5

semi-aggressive

Temperament

fin-nipper

Solitary

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

criticalCochu's Blue Tetra is a fin-nipper — it will harass Angelfish's long fins.

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