Can Geophagus Tapajos Red Head Live With Kubotai Rasbora?

Geophagus Tapajos Red Head and Kubotai Rasbora are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ⚠ Use Caution

Very narrow temperature overlap (78–79°F). Maintaining stable temp in this range may be difficult.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Geophagus Tapajos Red Head (7") may eat or bully Kubotai Rasbora (0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Geophagus Tapajos Red Head: bottom, Kubotai Rasbora: middle), reducing conflict.

Important Notes

  • Geophagus Tapajos Red Head is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
  • Kubotai Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 60 gallons

ParameterGeophagus Tapajos Red HeadKubotai Rasbora
Temperature78–86°F72–79°F
pH5.5–7.56–7
Max Size7"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomMiddle
Min Tank55 gal10 gal

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