Can platies and angelfish live together?

Yes

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

Platy Angelfish

Why

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

What each one needs

PlatyAngelfishBoth
Temperature70–80°F (21–27°C)76–84°F (24–29°C)76–80°F (24–27°C)
pH7.0–8.26.0–7.57.0–7.5
Minimum tank10 gal (38 L)29 gal (110 L)29 gal (110 L)
Keep at least31
Adult size2.5 in (6.4 cm)6 in (15.2 cm)

The smallest tank for both

A 29 gallons (110 L) tank holds 3 platies and 1 angelfish at about 43% of its stocking limit, which leaves room for more.

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Other tank mates for platies

Other tank mates for angelfish