Can Chili Rasbora live with Discus?
Not recommended
Why
- Discus’s mouth is big enough to swallow Chili Rasbora (only 0.7" long) — it will be eaten.
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 82°F.
Side-by-side
| Chili Rasbora | Discus | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 82–88°F |
| pH | 4–7 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–6 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 0.7" | 8" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 55 gal |
Together, plan on at least 55 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Chili Rasbora (to keep Discus):
- Angelfish — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Koi Angelfish — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Altum Angelfish — 7", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Discus (to keep Chili Rasbora):
- Black Neon Tetra — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Harlequin Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Red-Line Rasbora — 1.75", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Chili Rasbora: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Discus: 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 Chili Rasbora · …with Discus