Can angelfish live with apistogramma?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, angelfish and apistogramma can live together. Both are fine at 76–84°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

AngelfishAngelfish76–84°F · pH 6–7.5 ApistogrammaApistogramma75–84°F · pH 5–7

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 76–84°Angelfish 76–84°Apistogramma 75–84°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6–7Angelfish 6–7.5Apistogramma 5–7
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Angelfish · 6 inApistogramma · 3 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

AngelfishApistogramma
Temperature76–84 °F75–84 °F
pH6–7.55–7
Adult size6.0 in3.0 in
Minimum tank30 gal20 gal
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Swims atMiddleBottom
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can angelfish live with apistogramma?

Yes, angelfish and apistogramma can live together. Both are fine at 76–84°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both angelfish and apistogramma?

76–84 °F. Angelfish need 76–84 °F, apistogramma need 75–84 °F.

What size tank do angelfish and apistogramma need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the angelfish. Add space for each extra fish.