Can guppies and platies live together?

Yes

Guppies and platies can share a tank. Their water needs overlap and neither is known to bother the other.

Guppy Platy

Why

  • Their temperature and pH ranges overlap comfortably, and neither is known to nip, chase or eat the other.

What each one needs

GuppyPlatyBoth
Temperature72–82°F (22–28°C)70–80°F (21–27°C)72–80°F (22–27°C)
pH6.8–7.87.0–8.27.0–7.8
Minimum tank5 gal (19 L)10 gal (38 L)10 gal (38 L)
Keep at least33
Adult size2 in (5.1 cm)2.5 in (6.4 cm)

The smallest tank for both

A 10 gallons (38 L) tank holds 3 guppies and 3 platies at about 75% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.

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Other tank mates for guppies

Other tank mates for platies