Can Angelfish live with Pygmy Rasbora?
Not recommended
Why
- Angelfish’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pygmy Rasbora (only 0.8" long) — it will be eaten.
Side-by-side
| Angelfish | Pygmy Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–84°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 3–12 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 0.8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Angelfish (to keep Pygmy Rasbora):
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cardinal Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Pygmy Rasbora (to keep Angelfish):
- Lambchop Rasbora — 1.25", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Angelfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pygmy Rasbora: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Angelfish · …with Pygmy Rasbora