Compatibility
Zebra danio × Neon tetra Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Zebra danio and Neon tetra can usually live together in a well-planted community tank.
TemperatureB
pHA
HardnessB
FlowA
PredationA
BehaviourA
Generally compatibleA
Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Zebra danio: 15.0–24.0 °C
Neon tetra: 20.0–26.0 °C
Shared window: 20.0–24.0°C.
pH overlap
Zebra danio: 6.0–8.0
Neon tetra: 5.5–7.5
Shared window: 6.0–7.5.
Hardness overlap
Zebra danio: Soft → Hard
Neon tetra: Very soft → Medium
Shared hardness bands: 2 (overlap ratio 67%).
Flow match
Zebra danio: Medium
Neon tetra: Low
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 1.25x
Adult size gap is under 2.0x, which is usually a safer ratio.
Behaviour risk
- - Both species are generally peaceful; behaviour conflict risk is low.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Zebra danio | Neon tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 5.0 cm | 4.0 cm |
| Temperature | 15.0–24.0 °C | 20.0–26.0 °C |
| pH | 6.0–8.0 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Hardness | Soft → Hard | Very soft → Medium |
| Flow | Medium | Low |
| Locations | Bangladesh, India +3 moreNepal, Myanmar, Pakistan | South America |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
No recorded overlap in our dataset.
Best tank mates for Zebra danio
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Celestial Pearl Danio
Danio margaritatus
Best tank mates for Neon tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Celestial Pearl Danio
Danio margaritatus
Cherry barb
Rohanella titteya
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae