Can Platy Live With Tiger Barb?
Platy and Tiger Barb are compatible. Temperature overlap 74–80°F.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Platy | Tiger Barb | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80°F | 74–82°F | 74–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8.2 | 6–7.5 | 7–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2.5" | 3" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Platy + Tiger Barb
To keep Platy and Tiger Barb together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Platy should be kept in a school of 3+. Tiger Barb should be kept in a school of 8+. 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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Puntigrus tetrazona
Tiger barbs are energetic, boldly-striped schooling fish that add constant motion and personality to aquariums. Their orange body with four distinctive black vertical stripes is instantly recognizable. They are notorious fin nippers when kept in small groups, but this behavior is easily managed by keeping 8+ together in a spacious tank.
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