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Can German Blue Ram and Pictus Catfish Live Together?

Compatible
  • Shared temperature window: 78-81°F.
  • Shared pH window: 6.5-7.0.

Side-by-side

ParameterGerman Blue RamPictus Catfish
Adult size2.5"5"
Min tank20 gal55 gal
Temperature78-85°F75-81°F
pH5.5-76.5-7.5
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

Recommended shared tank: 55 gallons or larger. Keep at 78-81°F. Target pH 6.5-7.0.

FAQ

Can German Blue Ram and Pictus Catfish live together?

Compatible. Shared temperature window: 78-81°F.

What size tank do German Blue Ram and Pictus Catfish need together?

Plan for at least 55 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.

See full care guides: German Blue Ram · Pictus Catfish