Generally compatible on core signals
No major temperature, pH, size or behavioural conflict is flagged by the planning model.
Practical response: Still observe individual behaviour and verify species-specific care before purchase.
Rummy-nose Tetra
- Adult size
- 5 cm / 2 in
- Tank reference
- 75+ L / 19.8+ US gal
- Group
- 8+
- Zone
- mid
- Temperature
- 24–28°C / 75.2–82.4°F
Chili Rasbora
- Adult size
- 2 cm / 0.8 in
- Tank reference
- 25+ L / 6.6+ US gal
- Group
- 10+
- Zone
- mid
- Temperature
- 22–28°C / 71.6–82.4°F
Water parameter overlap
Behavior and space
An active, tight-schooling tetra that rewards stable water quality and generous swimming length. A very small shoaling fish best with gentle filtration and similarly tiny tankmates.
A compatibility answer should also consider the actual tank dimensions, number of each fish, filtration, planting and other occupants. Two species can be reasonable together in a long, structured aquarium yet become a poor pairing when compressed into a small footprint.
Common questions
Can Rummy-nose Tetra live with Chili Rasbora?
The StockingLab verdict is good: No major temperature, pH, size or behavioural conflict is flagged by the planning model.
Do their temperatures overlap?
24–28°C / 75.2–82.4°F shared range.
Should I trust compatibility calculators completely?
No. Individual behavior, sex ratios, breeding condition, aquascape and tank size can change the outcome. Use the result to identify risks, then verify care requirements before purchase.