HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Arulius barb Clown barb vs Arulius barb: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–25°C (75–77°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideClown barbArulius barbAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)19–25°C (66–77°F)pH6.0–7.06.0–8.0Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)2–10 dGH (36–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiArulius barbPuntius arulius