Compatibility
Dwarf Rasbora × Cardinal Tetra Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Dwarf Rasbora and Cardinal Tetra can usually live together in a well-planted community tank.
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Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Dwarf Rasbora: 24.0–26.0 °C
Cardinal Tetra: 23.0–27.0 °C
Shared window: 24.0–26.0°C.
pH overlap
Dwarf Rasbora: 5.0–6.0
Cardinal Tetra: 5.0–7.0
Shared window: 5.0–6.0.
Hardness overlap
Dwarf Rasbora: Very soft → Soft
Cardinal Tetra: Very soft → Soft
Shared hardness bands: 2 (overlap ratio 100%).
Flow match
Dwarf Rasbora: Low
Cardinal Tetra: Low
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 1.40x
Adult size gap is under 2.0x, which is usually a safer ratio.
Behaviour risk
- - Both species are generally peaceful; behaviour conflict risk is low.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Dwarf Rasbora | Cardinal Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 2.5 cm | 3.5 cm |
| Temperature | 24.0–26.0 °C | 23.0–27.0 °C |
| pH | 5.0–6.0 | 5.0–7.0 |
| Hardness | Very soft → Soft | Very soft → Soft |
| Flow | Low | Low |
| Locations | Malaysia, Indonesia | South America |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
No recorded overlap in our dataset.
Best tank mates for Dwarf Rasbora
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cherry barb
Rohanella titteya
Harlequin rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
Neon tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
Best tank mates for Cardinal Tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
Corydoras
Corydoras spp.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Harlequin rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha