Can Black Neon Tetra live with Bandit Cory?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 6–7.5 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Black Neon TetraBandit Cory
Temperature72–82°F72–79°F
pH5.5–7.56–7.5
Hardness (GH)2–12 dGH2–25 dGH
Adult size1.5"2"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank15 gal20 gal

Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.

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