Can Guppy Live With Assassin Snail?
Guppy and Assassin Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Guppy | Assassin Snail | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 70–80°F | 72–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.8–7.8 | 6.5–8 | 6.8–7.8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Guppy + Assassin Snail
To keep Guppy and Assassin Snail together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Guppy should be kept in a school of 3+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Guppy
Poecilia reticulata
Guppies are colorful, hardy livebearers that are perfect for beginners. Males sport spectacular tail patterns in every color imaginable, while females are larger and less colorful. They breed prolifically — a single female can produce 20–50 fry every month — so plan accordingly or keep only males.
Full care guide →Assassin Snail
Clea helena
Assassin snails are the natural pest snail control solution. They hunt and eat bladder snails, pond snails, Malaysian trumpet snails, and ramshorn snails. They breed slowly (unlike pest snails), have attractive yellow and dark brown striped shells, and are safe with fish and shrimp.
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