Can Otocinclus Live With Chili Rasbora?
✅Compatible
Otocinclus Catfish and Chili Rasbora are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Otocinclus | Chili Rasbora | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–79°F | 68–82°F | 72–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 4.5–7 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 0.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 5 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Otocinclus + Chili Rasbora
To keep Otocinclus and Chili Rasbora together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Otocinclus should be kept in a school of 6+. Chili Rasbora should be kept in a school of 10+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Otocinclus
Otocinclus spp.
intermediatepeaceful11+ gal
The Otocinclus (Otocinclus spp.) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its brown-gray, dark lateral stripe coloration. Small algae eater. Surfaces.
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Boraras brigittae
intermediatepeaceful5+ gal
The Chili Rasbora (Boraras brigittae) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its red, dark stripe coloration. Tiny. Mid.
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