Guppy vs Rummy Nose Tetra

Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.

GuppyRummy Nose Tetra
DifficultyBeginnerIntermediate
Adult size1.5-2.5 inches2 inches (5 cm)
Lifespan2-3 years5-6 years
Min tank size10 gallons20 gallons
Water temp74-82°F75-82°F
pH6.8-7.85.5-7.0
Temperamentpeacefulpeaceful schooling fish
Tank matesOther peaceful community fish like tetras, rasboras, corydoras, mollies, and platies.Other peaceful tetras, rasboras, corydoras catfish, and dwarf cichlids like Apistogramma.
DietOmnivorous; feed high-quality flake food daily, supplemented with live or frozen foods like brine shrimp or daphnia 2-3 times per week.Omnivore: feed high-quality flake or micro pellets daily, supplement with frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms 2-3 times per week.