Can pea puffers live with celestial pearl danios?
Verdict
No
No. Pea puffers and celestial pearl danios should not share a tank. Pea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful celestial pearl danios.
What to watch
- Deal breakerPea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful celestial pearl danios.
What works
- Both are fine at 74–79°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Pea puffer | Celestial pearl danio | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82 °F | 72–79 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | All levels | Middle |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can pea puffers live with celestial pearl danios?
No. Pea puffers and celestial pearl danios should not share a tank. Pea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful celestial pearl danios.
What temperature suits both pea puffers and celestial pearl danios?
74–79 °F. Pea puffers need 74–82 °F, celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F.
What size tank do pea puffers and celestial pearl danios need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the celestial pearl danio. Add space for each extra fish.








