Can Foxface Rabbitfish live with Tiger Barb?
High risk due to water mismatch, aggression, or predation.
Why Foxface Rabbitfish and Tiger Barb Don't Make an Easy Pair
The size gap is 6.0" — Foxface Rabbitfish (9.0") and Tiger Barb (3.0"). A fish that fits in another fish's mouth will eventually end up there.
Foxface Rabbitfish
Siganus vulpinus
| Adult Size: | 9.0" |
| Temperament: | peaceful |
| Min Tank: | 75 gal |
| Temperature: | 74-82°F |
| pH Range: | 8.1-8.4 |
Tiger Barb
Puntigrus tetrazona
| Adult Size: | 3.0" |
| Temperament: | semi-aggressive |
| Min Tank: | 20 gal |
| Temperature: | 74-79°F |
| pH Range: | 6.0-7.0 |
Water Parameter Overlap
| Parameter | Foxface Rabbitfish | Tiger Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74-82°F | 74-79°F | 5°F ✓ |
| pH | 8.1-8.4 | 6.0-7.0 | No overlap ✗ |
Compatibility Breakdown
Temperament Match: peaceful + semi-aggressive. Semi-aggressive → watch territory and feeding.
⚠️ Size Predation Risk: Foxface Rabbitfish (9.0") vs Tiger Barb (3.0"). A 6.0" gap — the larger fish will view the smaller fish as food.
Score: 40/100 (GOOD ≥80, CAUTION ≥50, RISKY <50).
🔧 Tank Setup Requirements (for Both)
- Minimum tank: 75 gallons — sized for the larger fish in the pair.
- Temperature: keep it between 74°F and 79°F.
- pH: no shared range. One species will be outside its tolerance regardless of what you set.
- Hiding spots: essential for Foxface Rabbitfish — caves, plants, or driftwood to retreat when feeling stressed.
- Water changes: 25% weekly minimum. Two species mean double the bioload.
🔧 Tank Stocking Calculator
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Recommended Equipment
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Accuracy note: This tool uses expert rules + FishBase.org data. Individual fish behavior varies — a peaceful individual Foxface Rabbitfish may act differently from its species average. Always observe, quarantine new arrivals for 2-4 weeks, and avoid overcrowding. If a pairing says CAUTION, start with a smaller group and a lid.