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Can Swordtail and Pictus Catfish Live Together?

Compatible
  • Shared temperature window: 75-81°F.
  • Shared pH window: 7.0-7.5.

Side-by-side

ParameterSwordtailPictus Catfish
Adult size5.5"5"
Min tank20 gal55 gal
Temperature72-82°F75-81°F
pH7-8.46.5-7.5
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

Recommended shared tank: 55 gallons or larger. Keep at 75-81°F. Target pH 7.0-7.5.

FAQ

Can Swordtail and Pictus Catfish live together?

Compatible. Shared temperature window: 75-81°F.

What size tank do Swordtail and Pictus Catfish need together?

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

See full care guides: Swordtail · Pictus Catfish