Rummy Nose Tetra vs Swordtail
Side-by-side care comparison to help you choose.
| Rummy Nose Tetra | Swordtail | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Adult size | 2 inches (5 cm) | 4-5 inches |
| Lifespan | 5-6 years | 3-5 years |
| Min tank size | 20 gallons | 20 gallons |
| Water temp | 75-82°F | 72-82°F |
| pH | 5.5-7.0 | 7.0-8.0 |
| Temperament | peaceful schooling fish | peaceful |
| Tank mates | Other peaceful tetras, rasboras, corydoras catfish, and dwarf cichlids like Apistogramma. | Peaceful community fish like mollies, platies, tetras, corydoras. |
| Diet | Omnivore: feed high-quality flake or micro pellets daily, supplement with frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms 2-3 times per week. | Omnivore; feed high-quality flake or pellet daily, supplement with frozen or live foods like brine shrimp and daphnia 2-3 times per week. |