Can Guppies and Angelfish Live Together?

Guppies and Angelfish, side by side

	Guppy	Angelfish
Adult size	2 in5 cm	5.9 in15 cm
Smallest tank	10 gal38 L	55 gal208 L
Keep	3 or more	One or more
Temperature	72–82 °F22–28 °C	75–86 °F24–30 °C
pH	7–8.2	6–7.8
Temperament	Peaceful	Semi-aggressive
Swims	Near the top	In the middle

What size tank do they need together?

Each row shows how many of each the tank carries comfortably when these are the only two kinds in it.

Tank	Guppy	Angelfish
5 gallon	Too small for both
10 gallon	Too small for both
20 gallon long	Too small for both
29 gallon	Too small for both
40 gallon breeder	Too small for both
55 gallon	13	2
75 gallon	22	2
125 gallon	30	4

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How to make it work

Add the calmer, smaller fish first, and the angelfish last.
Use plants, wood or rocks to break up the view across the tank. Fish that cannot see each other all day fight less.
Watch closely for the first week. Torn fins, hiding or a fish that stops eating mean it is not working.
Keep a spare tank or a divider ready, so you can separate them the same day.

Questions and answers

Can guppies and angelfish live in the same tank?

Yes, usually. Guppies and angelfish like the same water: 75–82 °F (24–28 °C) and a pH of 7–7.8. Guppies spend their time near the top and angelfish in the middle, so they stay out of each other's way. Angelfish can be pushy, so watch for chasing in the first week.

What size tank do guppies and angelfish need together?

At least a 55 gallon tank, which carries about 13 guppies and 2 angelfish comfortably.

What temperature suits guppies and angelfish?

75–82 °F (24–28 °C) suits both.

More pairs

Based on each species' adult size, water range and temperament (Seriously Fish, FishBase) and the rules of our stocking calculator. Individual fish differ: this is a guide, not a guarantee.