Can Pom Pom Crab live with Clown Rasbora?
Caution — with care
Why
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.
- Pom Pom Crab can grab Clown Rasbora while it sleeps — only fast mid/top-water fish are reasonably safe.
Sweet spot: both do well at 73–82°F and pH 7–7 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Pom Pom Crab | Clown Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 73–82°F |
| pH | 7–8 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–15 dGH | 2–10 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 4" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
Where to buy
- Pom Pom Crab: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Clown Rasbora: 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 Pom Pom Crab · …with Clown Rasbora