Can glowlight tetras live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Glowlight tetras and glofish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 74–80°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Glowlight tetra | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–80 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can glowlight tetras live with glofish?
Yes. Glowlight tetras and glofish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 74–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
What temperature suits both glowlight tetras and glofish?
74–80 °F. Glowlight tetras need 74–80 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do glowlight tetras and glofish need together?
At least 15 gal, set by the glofish tetra. Add space for each extra fish.










