Can glass catfish live with boesemani rainbowfish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Glass catfish and boesemani rainbowfish make a good pair. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Glass catfish | Boesemani rainbowfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–80 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 3.0 in | 4.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can glass catfish live with boesemani rainbowfish?
Yes. Glass catfish and boesemani rainbowfish make a good pair. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both glass catfish and boesemani rainbowfish?
75–80 °F. Glass catfish need 75–80 °F, boesemani rainbowfish need 75–82 °F.
What size tank do glass catfish and boesemani rainbowfish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the glass catfish. Add space for each extra fish.










