Can Angelfish and Swordtail live together?

Angelfish and Swordtail are compatible. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Angelfish vs Swordtail

Verdict:Compatible

Side-by-side specs

Cichlids

Family

Livebearers

6″

Adult size

5.5″

55gal

Min tank

29gal

76–84°F

Temperature

70–82°F

6–7.5

7–8.4

semi-aggressive

Temperament

peaceful

Solitary

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

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