FishTankCan guppies live with tiger barbs?
No, they don't mix. Tiger barbs nip fins, and guppies have long fins.
No
Verdict
72–80°F
Shared temperature
30 gal
Smallest tank
The two fish side by side
| Fish | Adult size | Temperature | Min. tank | Keep | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guppy | 2 in | 72–80°F | 10 gal | 3 or more | long fins |
| Tiger barb | 3 in | 72–80°F | 30 gal | 6 or more | fin nipper |
If they are already together
- Separate them as soon as you can. A tank divider works for a few days while you set up a second tank or find a new home.
- Watch for torn fins, hiding and missing fish. Treat any damaged fins with clean water. See fin rot.
- Pick a new tankmate from the lists below.
Good tankmates instead
- For guppies: Cherry shrimp, Corydoras (bronze or peppered), Endler's livebearer, Molly, Neon tetra, Platy
- For tiger barbs: Corydoras (bronze or peppered), Amano shrimp, Black skirt tetra, Bristlenose pleco, Cardinal tetra, Cherry barb
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