Brilliant rasbora vs Bleeding-heart tetra: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 110 L (29 US gal)

Side by side

Brilliant rasboraBleeding-heart tetra
Adult size9 cm (3.5 in)6 cm (2.4 in)
Minimum tank110 L (29 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH6.0–6.55.6–7.2
Hardness–3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore