Can Balloon Molly Live With Chili Rasbora?
Balloon Molly and Chili Rasbora CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–82°F.
pH
⚠ Use Caution
Very narrow pH overlap (7.0–7.0). Hard to maintain precisely.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (3" vs 0.7"). Balloon Molly may bully or stress Chili Rasbora.
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Chili Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 23 gallons
| Parameter | Balloon Molly | Chili Rasbora |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 68–82°F |
| pH | 7–8.5 | 4–7 |
| Max Size | 3" | 0.7" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Middle |
| Min Tank | 20 gal | 5 gal |
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