Redtail botia / Blue botia vs Dwarf botia: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

The Redtail botia / Blue botia is aggressive towards other fish.
An adult Redtail botia / Blue botia is about 3 times the length of a Dwarf botia and may eat it.
Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).
A pH of 6.5–6.9 suits both.

Side by side

	Redtail botia / Blue botia	Dwarf botia
Adult size	15 cm (5.9 in)	5 cm (2 in)
Minimum tank	285 L (75 US gal)	115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature	24–27°C (75–81°F)	25–30°C (77–86°F)
pH	6.5–8.0	6.5–6.9
Hardness	–	1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)
Temperament	Aggressive	Peaceful
Community tank	–	Good
Care level	–	Moderate
Diet	Omnivore	Omnivore