Can Sailfin Molly live with Red-Line Rasbora?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping pH: Sailfin Molly wants 7.5–8.5 but Red-Line Rasbora wants 5–7.
- No overlapping water hardness: Sailfin Molly wants 12–30 dGH but Red-Line Rasbora wants 1–8 dGH.
- Large size gap (Sailfin Molly 5" vs Red-Line Rasbora 1.75") — watch that the smaller one gets its share at feeding time.
Side-by-side
| Sailfin Molly | Red-Line Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 73–81°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 12–30 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 1.75" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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