Pearl danio vs Blackbarred limia: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 25°C (77°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–8.0 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

Pearl danioBlackbarred limia
Adult size5 cm (2 in)6 cm (2.4 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)–
Temperature20–25°C (68–77°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)
pH6.0–8.07.0–8.0
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankExcellentGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore