HomeCompare fishGreater scissortail vs Clown barb Greater scissortail vs Clown barb: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.8 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideGreater scissortailClown barbAdult size15 cm (5.9 in)14 cm (5.5 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature20–26°C (68–79°F)24–28°C (75–82°F)pH6.0–6.86.0–7.0Hardness9–17 dGH (161–303 ppm)7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankWith cautionGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesGreater scissortailRasbora caudimaculataClown barbPuntius everetti