HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Harlequin rasbora Striped barb vs Harlequin rasbora: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Striped barb is about 3 times the length of a Harlequin rasbora and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 23–25°C (73–77°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Side by sideStriped barbHarlequin rasboraAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)4 cm (1.6 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)55 L (15 US gal)Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)22–25°C (72–77°F)pH6.0–6.55.0–7.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentExcellentCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisHarlequin rasboraTrigonostigma heteromorpha