HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Brilliant rasbora Zig-zag eel vs Brilliant rasbora: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 4 times the length of a Brilliant rasbora and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.5 suits both.Side by sideZig-zag eelBrilliant rasboraAdult size38 cm (15 in)9 cm (3.5 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)110 L (29 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.5–7.56.0–6.5TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusBrilliant rasboraRasbora einthovenii