Can arowanas live with endlers?
Verdict
No
No. Arowanas and endlers should not share a tank. An adult silver arowana eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAn adult silver arowana eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
- Deal breakerArowanas are aggressive and will bully peaceful endlers.
- Watch outWater chemistry is a squeeze. The only pH that suits both is around 7.
- Watch outArowanas grow to 36 inches and need 250 gallons, far more than a tank set up for endlers.
What works
- Both are fine at 75–82°F.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Silver arowana | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–86 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 36.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 250 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Top | Top |
| Group | One per tank | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can arowanas live with endlers?
No. Arowanas and endlers should not share a tank. An adult silver arowana eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
What temperature suits both arowanas and endlers?
75–82 °F. Arowanas need 75–86 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do arowanas and endlers need together?
At least 250 gal, set by the silver arowana. Add space for each extra fish.