Brilliant rasbora vs Black sharkminnow: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • An adult Black sharkminnow is about 10 times the length of a Brilliant rasbora and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.5 suits both.

Side by side

Brilliant rasboraBlack sharkminnow
Adult size9 cm (3.5 in)90 cm (35 in)
Minimum tank110 L (29 US gal)475 L (125 US gal)
Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–27°C (75–81°F)
pH6.0–6.56.5–7.5
Hardness–2–15 dGH (36–268 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore