Chili Rasbora Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a Chili Rasbora share its water (75-82°F, pH 5-7), suit its peaceful temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten.
Best tank mates
Ember Tetra
Compatible · 10 gal+
Endler's Livebearer
Compatible · 10 gal+
Pygmy Corydoras
Compatible · 10 gal+
Celestial Pearl Danio
Compatible · 10 gal+
Cherry Shrimp
Compatible · 5 gal+
Nerite Snail
Compatible · 5 gal+
Avoid these
Betta (male)
Not recommended
Angelfish
Not recommended
Discus
Not recommended
Apistogramma
Not recommended
Kribensis
Not recommended
Tiger Barb
Not recommended
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Not recommended
Common Goldfish
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a Chili Rasbora?
Ember Tetra, Endler's Livebearer, Pygmy Corydoras, Celestial Pearl Danio, Cherry Shrimp and similar peaceful species.
What should not be kept with a Chili Rasbora?
Betta (male), Angelfish, Discus, Apistogramma and other incompatible species.
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