Can Typhoon Pleco live with Yucatan Molly?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping water hardness: Typhoon Pleco wants 6–7.5 dGH but Yucatan Molly wants 15–30 dGH.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.6.
- Typhoon Pleco is semi-aggressive — give the peaceful Yucatan Molly plenty of space, cover and broken sight lines.
Sweet spot: both do well at 75–82°F and pH 7.5–7.6 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Typhoon Pleco | Yucatan Molly | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–84°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.6 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 6–7.5 dGH | 15–30 dGH |
| Adult size | 12" | 6" |
| Temperament | Semi-aggressive | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 125 gal | 40 gal |
Together, plan on at least 125 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
- Use a larger, well-decorated tank with sightline breaks, keep everyone well-fed, and add the calmer fish first.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
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