Can Zebra Danio Live With Pictus Catfish?
✅Compatible
Zebra Danio and Pictus Catfish are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–77°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 55 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Zebra Danio | Pictus Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 64–75°F | 72–77°F | 75–77°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–8 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 4.7" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 40 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Zebra Danio + Pictus Catfish
To keep Zebra Danio and Pictus Catfish together, you need at minimum a 55 gallon tank. Zebra Danio should be kept in a school of 6+. Pictus Catfish should be kept in a school of 4+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Zebra Danio
Danio rerio
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Zebra Danio (Danio rerio) is a beginner freshwater species known for its silver-blue, gold stripes coloration. Very hardy. Top to Mid.
Full care guide →Pictus Catfish
Pimelodus pictus
intermediatepeaceful40+ gal
The Pictus Catfish (Pimelodus pictus) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black spots coloration. Active. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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