Badis vs Roundtail paradisefish: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

The Roundtail paradisefish can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
The Badis can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.
Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)

Side by side

	Badis	Roundtail paradisefish
Adult size	8 cm (3.1 in)	7 cm (2.8 in)
Minimum tank	75 L (20 US gal)	115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature	23–26°C (73–79°F)	16–26°C (61–79°F)
pH	6.0–8.0	6.0–8.0
Hardness	5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)	5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)
Temperament	Semi-aggressive	Semi-aggressive
Community tank	With caution	–
Care level	–	Easy
Diet	Carnivore	Carnivore