Can nerite snails live with serpae tetras?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Nerite snails and serpae tetras make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–78°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

Nerite snailNerite snail72–78°F · pH 7–8.5 Serpae tetraSerpae tetra72–79°F · pH 6–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

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The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Nerite snail · 1 inSerpae tetra · 1.75 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

Nerite snailSerpae tetra
Temperature72–78 °F72–79 °F
pH7–8.56–7.5
Adult size1.0 in1.75 in
Minimum tank5 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomMiddle
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 6+
DietHerbivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can nerite snails live with serpae tetras?

Yes. Nerite snails and serpae tetras make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–78°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

What temperature suits both nerite snails and serpae tetras?

72–78 °F. Nerite snails need 72–78 °F, serpae tetras need 72–79 °F.

What size tank do nerite snails and serpae tetras need together?

At least 20 gal, set by the serpae tetra. Add space for each extra fish.