Can kribensis live with hatchetfish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Kribensis and hatchetfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

KribensisKribensis75–80°F · pH 6–7.5 HatchetfishHatchetfish75–81°F · pH 5.5–7.5

Why it works

Water side by side

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The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Kribensis · 4 inHatchetfish · 1.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

KribensisHatchetfish
Temperature75–80 °F75–81 °F
pH6–7.55.5–7.5
Adult size4.0 in1.5 in
Minimum tank30 gal20 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressivePeaceful
Swims atBottomTop
GroupAlone or in pairsGroups of 6+
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

Better tank mates for kribensis

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Better tank mates for hatchetfish

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Questions

Can kribensis live with hatchetfish?

Yes. Kribensis and hatchetfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both kribensis and hatchetfish?

75–80 °F. Kribensis need 75–80 °F, hatchetfish need 75–81 °F.

What size tank do kribensis and hatchetfish need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the kribensis. Add space for each extra fish.