Can pictus catfish live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Pictus catfish and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: pictus catfish the bottom, glofish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Pictus catfish | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 5.0 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 55 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 3+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for pictus catfish
Better tank mates for glofish
Questions
Can pictus catfish live with glofish?
Yes. Pictus catfish and glofish make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 55 gal.
What temperature suits both pictus catfish and glofish?
72–79 °F. Pictus catfish need 72–79 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do pictus catfish and glofish need together?
At least 55 gal, set by the pictus catfish. Add space for each extra fish.












