HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Crescent betta Striped barb vs Crescent betta: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Striped barb grows about twice as long as the Crescent betta; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideStriped barbCrescent bettaAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.0–6.56.0–7.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisCrescent bettaBetta imbellis