Can Assassin Snail live with False Rummy Nose Tetra?
Light caution
Why
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7–7.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–8 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 75–82°F and pH 7–7 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Assassin Snail | False Rummy Nose Tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 2–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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