Can pea puffers live with endlers?
Verdict
No
No. Pea puffers and endlers should not share a tank. Pea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful endlers.
What to watch
- Deal breakerPea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful endlers.
What works
- Both are fine at 74–82°F.
- pH 7–8 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Pea puffer | Endler's livebearer | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 7–8 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Aggressive | Peaceful |
| Swims at | All levels | Top |
| Group | Alone or in pairs | Groups of 3+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for pea puffers
Better tank mates for endlers
All endler's livebearer tank mates
Questions
Can pea puffers live with endlers?
No. Pea puffers and endlers should not share a tank. Pea puffers are aggressive and will bully peaceful endlers.
What temperature suits both pea puffers and endlers?
74–82 °F. Pea puffers need 74–82 °F, endlers need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do pea puffers and endlers need together?
At least 5 gal, set by the pea puffer. Add space for each extra fish.








