Can kribensis live with paradise fish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Kribensis and paradise fish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

KribensisKribensis75–80°F · pH 6–7.5 Paradise fishParadise fish61–79°F · pH 6–8

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 inParadise fish · 3.5 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

KribensisParadise fish
Temperature75–80 °F61–79 °F
pH6–7.56–8
Adult size4.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank30 gal20 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomTop
GroupAlone or in pairsOne per tank
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for kribensis

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Better tank mates for paradise fish

All paradise fish tank mates

Questions

Can kribensis live with paradise fish?

Yes. Kribensis and paradise fish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both kribensis and paradise fish?

75–79 °F. Kribensis need 75–80 °F, paradise fish need 61–79 °F.

What size tank do kribensis and paradise fish need together?

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