Can Platy Live With Swordtail?
✅Compatible
Platy and Swordtail are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
Tank Requirements for Platy + Swordtail
To keep Platy and Swordtail together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Platy should be kept in a school of 4+. Swordtail should be kept in a school of 4+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Platy (Xiphophorus maculatus) is a beginner freshwater species known for its orange-red (many color variants) coloration. Many color varieties. Mid to Top.
Full care guide →Swordtail
Xiphophorus hellerii
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is a beginner freshwater species known for its red-orange, green coloration. Males have elongated sword-like tail. Mid to Top.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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