Can chili rasboras live with zebra plecos?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Chili rasboras and zebra plecos make a good pair. Both are fine at 79–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 79–82°F.
- pH 6–7 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: chili rasboras the mid, zebra plecos the bottom.
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Care at a glance
| Chili rasbora | Zebra pleco | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82 °F | 79–88 °F |
| pH | 4–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 0.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 8+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore |
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Questions
Can chili rasboras live with zebra plecos?
Yes. Chili rasboras and zebra plecos make a good pair. Both are fine at 79–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both chili rasboras and zebra plecos?
79–82 °F. Chili rasboras need 75–82 °F, zebra plecos need 79–88 °F.
What size tank do chili rasboras and zebra plecos need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the zebra pleco. Add space for each extra fish.










