Can zebra danios live with paradise fish?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, zebra danios and paradise fish can live together. Both are fine at 65–77°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 65–77°Zebra danio 65–77°Paradise fish 61–79°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6.5–8Zebra danio 6.5–8Paradise fish 6–8
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Zebra danio · 2 inParadise fish · 3.5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

Zebra danioParadise fish
Temperature65–77 °F61–79 °F
pH6.5–86–8
Adult size2.0 in3.5 in
Minimum tank10 gal20 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atTopTop
GroupGroups of 6+One per tank
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can zebra danios live with paradise fish?

Yes, zebra danios and paradise fish can live together. Both are fine at 65–77°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.

What temperature suits both zebra danios and paradise fish?

65–77 °F. Zebra danios need 65–77 °F, paradise fish need 61–79 °F.

What size tank do zebra danios and paradise fish need together?

At least 20 gal, set by the paradise fish. Add space for each extra fish.