Can Guppy live with Mischling / Taiwan Bee?
Light caution
Why
- Guppy leaves adult Mischling / Taiwan Bee alone but eats the babies — the colony survives with plenty of cover.
- No overlapping pH: Guppy wants 6.8–7.8 but Mischling / Taiwan Bee wants 5.8–6.6.
- No overlapping water hardness: Guppy wants 8–20 dGH but Mischling / Taiwan Bee wants 2–5 dGH.
Side-by-side
| Guppy | Mischling / Taiwan Bee | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 68–74°F |
| pH | 6.8–7.8 | 5.8–6.6 |
| Hardness (GH) | 8–20 dGH | 2–5 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser → Aquarium Co-Op
Where to buy
- Guppy: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Mischling / Taiwan Bee: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Guppy · …with Mischling / Taiwan Bee