Can Pygmy Rasbora live with Tiger Shrimp?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 75–77°F and pH 6.2–7 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Pygmy RasboraTiger Shrimp
Temperature75–82°F68–77°F
pH5–76.2–7.2
Hardness (GH)1–8 dGH3–8 dGH
Adult size0.8"1"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank5 gal5 gal

Together, plan on at least 5 gallons.

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