Can Endler's Livebearer Live With Scissortail Rasbora?

Endler's Livebearer and Scissortail Rasbora are compatible tank mates!

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 72–82°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.8–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1.5" and 3.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Endler's Livebearer: top, Scissortail Rasbora: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Endler's Livebearer is a schooling fish and needs at least 3 of its kind.
  • Scissortail Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 20 gallons

ParameterEndler's LivebearerScissortail Rasbora
Temperature72–82°F72–82°F
pH6.8–86–7.5
Max Size1.5"3.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelTopMiddle
Min Tank10 gal20 gal

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