Can Platy Live With Swordtail?
Platy and Swordtail are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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 3+. Swordtail should be kept in a school of 3+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Platy
Xiphophorus maculatus
Platies are colorful, hardy livebearers that come in dozens of color varieties. They are extremely easy to care for, breed readily, and get along with virtually all peaceful community fish. Perfect for beginners.
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Xiphophorus hellerii
Swordtails are hardy, colorful livebearers named for the distinctive elongated lower tail fin (the 'sword') found on males. They come in many color varieties including red, pineapple, marigold, and tuxedo. Larger than guppies but just as easy to care for, swordtails are excellent community fish that prefer hard, alkaline water.
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