Glowlight Rasbora tank mates
Trigonostigma hengeli
6 rated pairings from the Glowlight Rasbora care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Glowlight Rasbora needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom-dweller with identical water parameter requirements; will not compete for food or space
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Similar size, temperament, and water preferences; creates a vibrant community display
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Foreground plant that provides shelter and natural foraging areas without competing for space
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Low-light plant that creates hiding spots and natural habitat structure preferred by rasboras
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that occupies different ecological niche; may occasionally be nipped but generally compatible
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful nature; shares preference for soft, acidic water conditions
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