Can Angelfish Live With Zebra Danio?
⚠️Caution
Angelfish and Zebra Danio may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Angelfish | Zebra Danio | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–86°F | 64–75°F | 76–77°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 5.9" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 40 gal | 11 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Angelfish + Zebra Danio
To keep Angelfish and Zebra Danio together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Angelfish should be kept in a school of 5+. Zebra Danio should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Angelfish
Pterophyllum scalare
intermediatesemi-aggressive40+ gal
The Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black stripes (many color variants) coloration. Iconic tall-bodied cichlid. Mid.
Full care guide →Zebra Danio
Danio rerio
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Zebra Danio (Danio rerio) is a beginner freshwater species known for its silver-blue, gold stripes coloration. Very hardy. Top to Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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