Can Guppy Live With Ocellaris Clownfish?
Incompatible pH. Guppy needs 6.8–7.8, Ocellaris Clownfish needs 8.0–8.4.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Guppy | Ocellaris Clownfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.8–7.8 | 8–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 3.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
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 →Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
The ocellaris clownfish — star of Finding Nemo — is the most popular saltwater aquarium fish and one of the best choices for beginner reef keepers. Captive-bred specimens are hardy, readily available, and don't require an anemone host (though they will happily adopt one). They are one of the few marine fish that breed regularly in home aquariums.
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