Can Pictus Catfish and Platy live together?

Pictus Catfish and Platy 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

Pictus Catfish vs Platy

Pictus Catfish

Pimelodus pictus

Platy

Xiphophorus maculatus

Verdict:Compatible

Side-by-side specs

Catfish

Family

Livebearers

5″

Adult size

2.5″

55gal

Min tank

10gal

72–78°F

Temperature

70–82°F

6.5–7.5

7–8.2

semi-aggressive

Temperament

peaceful

Solitary

Schooling

bottom

Water level

mid

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