Can Banjo Catfish Live With Exclamation Point Rasbora?

Banjo Catfish and Exclamation Point Rasbora are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Banjo Catfish (5") may eat or bully Exclamation Point Rasbora (0.7").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Banjo Catfish: bottom, Exclamation Point Rasbora: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Exclamation Point Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 23 gallons

ParameterBanjo CatfishExclamation Point Rasbora
Temperature72–82°F73–82°F
pH6–7.55–7
Max Size5"0.7"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank20 gal5 gal

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