Can Chili Rasbora live with Spiky Nerite?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.
- No overlapping water hardness: Chili Rasbora wants 1–6 dGH but Spiky Nerite wants 8–18 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 75–79°F and pH 7–7 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Chili Rasbora | Spiky Nerite | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 68–79°F |
| pH | 4–7 | 7–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–6 dGH | 8–18 dGH |
| Adult size | 0.7" | 0.7" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 5 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
- Spiky Nerite: 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 Spiky Nerite