Can Asian Stone Catfish Live With Scarlet Badis?

Asian Stone Catfish and Scarlet Badis are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–75°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Asian Stone Catfish: bottom, Scarlet Badis: middle), reducing conflict.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 13 gallons

ParameterAsian Stone CatfishScarlet Badis
Temperature64–75°F72–79°F
pH5.5–7.56.5–7.5
Max Size1.5"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank10 gal5 gal

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