Can guppies live with zebra plecos?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Guppies and zebra plecos make a good pair. Both are fine at 79–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 79–82°Guppy 72–82°Zebra pleco 79–88°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6.8–7.5Guppy 6.8–7.8Zebra pleco 6–7.5
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Guppy · 2 inZebra pleco · 3.5 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

GuppyZebra pleco
Temperature72–82 °F79–88 °F
pH6.8–7.86–7.5
Adult size2.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank10 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atTopBottom
GroupGroups of 3+Alone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreCarnivore

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Questions

Can guppies live with zebra plecos?

Yes. Guppies and zebra plecos make a good pair. Both are fine at 79–82°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both guppies and zebra plecos?

79–82 °F. Guppies need 72–82 °F, zebra plecos need 79–88 °F.

What size tank do guppies and zebra plecos need together?

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