Can cherry shrimp live with chili rasboras?

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 72–80°F.

By Andy · Updated November 6, 2026 · Tankmate guide

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 72–80°F.

Yes

Verdict

72–80°F

Shared temperature

5 gal

Smallest tank

The two fish side by side

Fish	Adult size	Temperature	Min. tank	Keep	Watch for
Cherry shrimp	1 in	65–80°F	5 gal	10 or more	invertebrate
Chili rasbora	0.8 in	72–82°F	5 gal	8 or more	peaceful

Set the heater to about 76°F, in the middle of the range they share (72–80°F).
Use a tank of at least 5 gallons. Check the numbers with the stocking calculator.
Keep cherry shrimp in a group of 10 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
Keep chili rasboras in a group of 8 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
Add plenty of moss and plants so baby shrimp have places to hide.
Add plenty of plants and cover so every fish can get out of sight.

For cherry shrimp: Guppy, Neon tetra, Otocinclus, Amano shrimp, Black neon tetra, Bristlenose pleco
For chili rasboras: Betta (male), Amano shrimp, Black neon tetra, Black skirt tetra, Bolivian ram, Bristlenose pleco

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