Can Black Skirt Tetra Live With Chili Rasbora?
❌Not Compatible
Black Skirt Tetra and Chili Rasbora are not compatible due to size mismatch or behavioral conflicts.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Black Skirt Tetra | Chili Rasbora | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–82°F | 72–82°F | 72–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 4–7 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 0.8" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 15 gal | 5 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Micro-omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
beginnerpeaceful15+ gal
Black skirt tetras (also sold as black widow tetras) are hardy, easy-to-care-for schooling fish with a distinctive flowing black anal fin that gives them their name. They come in natural silver-and-black and various dyed/modified versions (GloFish). The natural form is the healthiest choice. They can be mild fin nippers in small groups but are generally well-behaved community fish.
Full care guide →Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
intermediatepeaceful5+ gal
The Chili Rasbora (Boraras brigittae) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 0.8 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 5 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Black Skirt Tetra:
For Chili Rasbora:
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