Can Green Neon Tetra live with Yellow King Kong Shrimp?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping temperature: Green Neon Tetra wants 75–84°F but Yellow King Kong Shrimp wants 68–74°F.
Side-by-side
| Green Neon Tetra | Yellow King Kong Shrimp | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–84°F | 68–74°F |
| pH | 4–6.5 | 5.8–6.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–5 dGH | 2–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep a large, established shrimp colony in a heavily planted tank with moss and cover so enough survive to breed.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater
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