Can Chili Rasbora live with Giant Sulawesi Snail?
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Why
- No overlapping pH: Chili Rasbora wants 4–7 but Giant Sulawesi Snail wants 7.8–8.5.
- No overlapping water hardness: Chili Rasbora wants 1–6 dGH but Giant Sulawesi Snail wants 10–20 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Chili Rasbora | Giant Sulawesi Snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 76–84°F |
| pH | 4–7 | 7.8–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–6 dGH | 10–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 0.7" | 3" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Chili Rasbora: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Giant Sulawesi Snail: 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 Giant Sulawesi Snail