Can Pea Puffer Live With Cherry Barb?
Pea Puffer is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pea Puffer | Cherry Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 73–81°F | 74–81°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 6–7 | 7–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | aggressive | peaceful | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 1" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Pea Puffer
Carinotetraodon travancoricus
Pea puffers are the smallest freshwater pufferfish in the world, growing to just 1 inch. Despite their tiny size, they have big personalities — they are curious, intelligent, and surprisingly aggressive. They are best kept in species-only tanks and require live or frozen food.
Full care guide →Cherry Barb
Puntius titteya
Cherry barbs are one of the most peaceful barb species, making them ideal for community tanks. Males develop a deep cherry-red coloration when mature and in breeding condition, while females remain more subdued with brown-pink tones. Unlike their more boisterous relatives like tiger barbs, cherry barbs are gentle, shy, and compatible with even the most delicate tank mates.
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