Can mystery snails live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Mystery snails and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: mystery snails the bottom, glofish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Mystery snail | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.0 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 | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can mystery snails live with glofish?
Yes. Mystery snails and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
What temperature suits both mystery snails and glofish?
72–80 °F. Mystery snails need 68–82 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do mystery snails and glofish need together?
At least 15 gal, set by the glofish tetra. Add space for each extra fish.













