Can GloFish Danio live with Blue Acara?

Troubleshooting community setups: see the compatibility result using temperature, pH, GH/KH, adult size, behavior, schooling needs, and predator/prey rules.

Quick Summary: No, this pairing should usually be avoided. We evaluated GloFish Danio and Blue Acara for 2 specific conflict codes. Plan for at least 40 gallons.

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No, avoid this pairing

Data confidence: high

Verified sources: GloFish care guidance | SeriouslyFish Danio rerio

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Observed photo context

Observed aquarium photo examples

These photos show observed aquarium setups for the selected species. They are useful context, but they do not change the compatibility result or replace tank-size, temperament, group-size, and water-parameter checks.

GloFish danio swimming under blue retail aquarium lighting
GloFish danio swimming under blue retail aquarium lighting.

Water parameter comparison

GloFish Danio temperature64-78F
Blue Acara temperature72-82F
GloFish Danio pH6.5-8
Blue Acara pH6.5-8
GloFish Danio GH5-18 dGH
Blue Acara GH4-18 dGH
Minimum tank40 gal
Last updated2026-06-11

Confidence: high. Aggression, predator/prey, shrimp risk, schooling, and tank size rules are evaluated from curated freshwater attributes.

Next steps

Check BioloadCalculate if your tank volume and filtration can support this pairing.Find More Tank MatesSee other compatible species and compare more pairings.Water Parameter CheckConfirm that your tap water matches the selected species.

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