Calico Platy tank mates
Xiphophorus maculatus
5 rated pairings from the Calico Platy care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Calico Platy needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful schooling fish; similar water parameter requirements
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful, similar size; may occasionally chase fry but generally compatible
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae-eater; large enough not to be eaten by adult platies
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.