Congo tetras in ph of 8?

[buzzkiller]

I'm looking into getting some congo tetras. The only thing is my ph is at 8. Everything Ive read says ph from 6 to 7.5 Do you think they would be able to adapt to a ph of 8 or hould I try almond leaves or something. My only concern with the almond leaves is that every time I do a water change the ph will swing. Any thoughts or sudgesstions will be greatly appreciated! Cheers!

 

[PNWaquarist]

They'll be fine at pH 8. Unlike the South American tetras, Congos are native to areas in Africa where the water is slightly basic and moderately hard.

EDIT: I double-checked this and their native pH levels are a little lower than I thought. But they will still do fine in moderately hard water, and that matters a lot more than the pH.

 

[buzzkiller]

Well my water is moderate to hard. I have cardinals doing just fine in it but cardinal tetras are $2 congo tetras are $8 so I figured I would seek some advice.