Can zebra danios live with electric blue acaras?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Zebra danios and electric blue acaras make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–77°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: zebra danios the top, electric blue acaras the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Zebra danio | Electric blue acara | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 65–77 °F | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.0 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Top | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can zebra danios live with electric blue acaras?
Yes. Zebra danios and electric blue acaras make a good pair. Both are fine at 72–77°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both zebra danios and electric blue acaras?
72–77 °F. Zebra danios need 65–77 °F, electric blue acaras need 72–82 °F.
What size tank do zebra danios and electric blue acaras need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the electric blue acara. Add space for each extra fish.












