Can Cardinal Tetra Live With Chili Rasbora?

Cardinal Tetra and Chili Rasbora are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 5.0–7.0.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2" and 0.7").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Cardinal Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
  • Chili Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 13 gallons

ParameterCardinal TetraChili Rasbora
Temperature73–84°F68–82°F
pH5–74–7
Max Size2"0.7"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal5 gal

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