Can Exclamation Point Rasbora Live With Whiptail Catfish?

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

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 73–79°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Whiptail Catfish (4.5") may eat or bully Exclamation Point Rasbora (0.7").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Exclamation Point Rasbora: middle, Whiptail Catfish: bottom), 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: 20 gallons

ParameterExclamation Point RasboraWhiptail Catfish
Temperature73–82°F73–79°F
pH5–76–7.5
Max Size0.7"4.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleBottom
Min Tank5 gal20 gal

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