Lake Kutubu rainbowfish vs Slim betta: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Slim betta can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 24°C (75°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–7.5 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Lake Kutubu rainbowfishSlim betta
Adult size10 cm (3.9 in)10 cm (3.9 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature20–24°C (68–75°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)
pH7.0–8.06.5–7.5
Hardness9–12 dGH (161–214 ppm)5–15 dGH (89–268 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore