Can guppies live with glass catfish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Guppies and glass catfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 75–80°Guppy 72–82°Glass catfish 75–80°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6.8–7.5Guppy 6.8–7.8Glass catfish 6.5–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Guppy · 2 inGlass catfish · 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

GuppyGlass catfish
Temperature72–82 °F75–80 °F
pH6.8–7.86.5–7.5
Adult size2.0 in3.0 in
Minimum tank10 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atTopMiddle
GroupGroups of 3+Groups of 6+
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can guppies live with glass catfish?

Yes. Guppies and glass catfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–80°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both guppies and glass catfish?

75–80 °F. Guppies need 72–82 °F, glass catfish need 75–80 °F.

What size tank do guppies and glass catfish need together?

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