Can Sailfin Molly live with Zebra Danio?
Caution — with care
Why
- Zebra Danio is a fin-nipper and will shred the long/flowing fins of Sailfin Molly.
- Only a narrow pH overlap — keep both around 7.5–7.5.
Sweet spot: both do well at 68–77°F and pH 7.5–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Sailfin Molly | Zebra Danio | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 64–77°F |
| pH | 7.5–8.5 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 12–30 dGH | 5–19 dGH |
| Adult size | 5" | 2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
How to make it work
- Keep the nipper in a bigger group (8+) to spread out the nipping, and avoid long-finned tankmates.
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
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