The chili rasbora (Boraras brigittae) is a peaceful fish that grows to about 0.8 inches and spends its time in mid-water. Keep at least 8 together, in a tank of 5 gallons or more, at 72–82°F and pH 4–7.
5 galsmallest tank
0.8″adult size
72–82°Ftemperature
4–7pH
8+group size
Peacefultemperament
Good tankmates
Avoid
- ✕Molly: Chili rasbora and Molly prefer different water (pH 4–7 vs 7.5–8.5).
- ✕Paradise fish: Paradise fish is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Angelfish: Angelfish grows big enough to eat Chili rasbora.
- ✕Convict cichlid: Convict cichlid is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Oscar: Oscar is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Pea puffer: Pea puffer is aggressive and best kept alone.
From TankCoach's own species data: common hobby guidance for adults, rounded. Individual fish vary. Not veterinary advice.