HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Dwarf rasbora Striped barb vs Dwarf rasbora: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Dwarf rasbora is about 4 times the length of a Striped barb and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.0 suits both.Side by sideStriped barbDwarf rasboraAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)54 cm (21 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)40 L (11 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)23–27°C (73–81°F)pH6.0–6.55.0–6.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisDwarf rasboraBoraras maculatus