Can mollies and angelfish live together?

With care

Mollies and angelfish can share a tank, but there is something to watch.

Molly Angelfish

Why

  • Their pH ranges only meet at 7.5, which leaves no margin.

What each one needs

MollyAngelfishBoth
Temperature72–82°F (22–28°C)76–84°F (24–29°C)76–82°F (24–28°C)
pH7.5–8.56.0–7.57.5–7.5
Minimum tank20 gal (76 L)29 gal (110 L)29 gal (110 L)
Keep at least31
Adult size4 in (10.2 cm)6 in (15.2 cm)

The smallest tank for both

A 29 gallons (110 L) tank holds 3 mollies and 1 angelfish at about 59% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.

Try this pair in the planner

Other tank mates for mollies

Other tank mates for angelfish