Can glass catfish live with killifish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, glass catfish and killifish can live together. Both are fine at 75–77°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–77°F.
- pH 6.5–7 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: glass catfish the mid, killifish the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Glass catfish | Killifish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–80 °F | 70–77 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 5.5–7 |
| Adult size | 3.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Top |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for glass catfish
Better tank mates for killifish
Questions
Can glass catfish live with killifish?
Yes, glass catfish and killifish can live together. Both are fine at 75–77°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both glass catfish and killifish?
75–77 °F. Glass catfish need 75–80 °F, killifish need 70–77 °F.
What size tank do glass catfish and killifish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the glass catfish. Add space for each extra fish.











