Can Pom Pom Crab live with Fire Rasbora?
Light caution
Why
- Pom Pom Crab can grab Fire Rasbora while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7–7.
- Only a narrow water hardness overlap — keep both around 6–8 dGH.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 7–7 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Pom Pom Crab | Fire Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 4–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 1.6" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 15 gallons.
How to make it work
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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