Can False Rummy Nose Tetra live with Sailfin Molly?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping pH: False Rummy Nose Tetra wants 5.5–7 but Sailfin Molly wants 7.5–8.5.
- No overlapping water hardness: False Rummy Nose Tetra wants 2–8 dGH but Sailfin Molly wants 12–30 dGH.
Side-by-side
| False Rummy Nose Tetra | Sailfin Molly | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 68–82°F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–8 dGH | 12–30 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
Design the whole tank, not just the stocking
Skapelab plans a complete, buildable planted aquarium around your fish — a hand-illustrated layout, the exact plants and hardscape, a placement map, and a full equipment and shopping list. Free.
Design a tank with False Rummy Nose Tetra, Sailfin Molly →Everything compatible with False Rummy Nose Tetra · …with Sailfin Molly