🐟TankstockerFreshwater Stocking & Compatibility

Can Bristlenose Pleco live with Red Swordtail? Compatible

Generally compatible under good conditions.

Side by side

🐡 Bristlenose Pleco🐠 Red Swordtail
Adult size5"5.5"
Min tank30 gal20 gal
Temperature73–81°F72–82°F
pH6–7.87–8.4
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive

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