HomeCompare fishGreater scissortail vs Arulius barb Greater scissortail vs Arulius barb: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 20–25°C (68–77°F).A pH of 6.0–6.8 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideGreater scissortailArulius barbAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)12 cm (4.7 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature20–26°C (68–79°F)19–25°C (66–77°F)pH6.0–6.86.0–8.0Hardness9–17 dGH (161–303 ppm)2–10 dGH (36–178 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankWith cautionGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGreater scissortailRasbora caudimaculataArulius barbPuntius arulius