Can Black Kuhli Loach live with Pygmy Rasbora?

Light caution

Why

Sweet spot: both do well at 75–82°F and pH 5.5–7 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Black Kuhli LoachPygmy Rasbora
Temperature73–86°F75–82°F
pH5.5–75–7
Hardness (GH)2–10 dGH1–8 dGH
Adult size3"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank20 gal5 gal

Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.

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