Can jack dempseys live with endlers?
Verdict
No
No. Jack dempseys and endlers should not share a tank. An adult jack dempsey eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
What to watch
- Deal breakerAn adult jack dempsey eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
- Deal breakerJack dempseys are aggressive and will bully peaceful endlers.
What works
- Both are fine at 72–82°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: jack dempseys the mid, endlers the top.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Jack Dempsey | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–86 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 10.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Top |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for jack dempseys
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can jack dempseys live with endlers?
No. Jack dempseys and endlers should not share a tank. An adult jack dempsey eats fish that fit in its mouth, and at 1 inches endlers do.
What temperature suits both jack dempseys and endlers?
72–82 °F. Jack dempseys need 72–86 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do jack dempseys and endlers need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the jack dempsey. Add space for each extra fish.