Can assassin snails live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, assassin snails and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: assassin snails the bottom, glofish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Assassin snail | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–80 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for assassin snails
Better tank mates for glofish
Questions
Can assassin snails live with glofish?
Yes, assassin snails and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
What temperature suits both assassin snails and glofish?
75–80 °F. Assassin snails need 75–80 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do assassin snails and glofish need together?
At least 15 gal, set by the glofish tetra. Add space for each extra fish.













