Species Profile
Pristella Tetra
Pristella maxillaris
Tetraspeaceful
Adult size
1.75″
Minimum tank
15 gal
Temperature
72–82°F
pH
6.5–8
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
mid
Diet
Flake, micro pellets
Notes
X-ray tetra, the body so translucent the spine is visible. Yellow, white, and black accents on the fins. Among the hardiest tetras, tolerating harder and more alkaline water than the South American softwater species do.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Pristella Tetra
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Pristella Tetrain a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Neon Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Cardinal Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rummynose Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Harlequin Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Celestial Pearl Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Fancy Guppy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Endler's Livebearer
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Molly
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Male Betta
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Dwarf Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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