HomeCompare fishBrilliant rasbora vs Chinese sucker Brilliant rasbora vs Chinese sucker: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Chinese sucker is about 7 times the length of a Brilliant rasbora and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Side by sideBrilliant rasboraChinese suckerAdult size9 cm (3.5 in)60 cm (24 in)Minimum tank110 L (29 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)pH6.0–6.56.0–7.5TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBrilliant rasboraRasbora einthoveniiChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticus