Variatus Platy tank mates
Xiphophorus variatus
6 rated pairings from the Variatus Platy care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Variatus 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
4 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful community fish with similar water parameter needs
Corydoras Duplicareus
Corydoras duplicareus
15 gal min · 2.2" adult · Peaceful
Bottom-dwelling catfish that won't compete for space or food
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small algae-eating fish that occupy different tank zones
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful, similarly-sized fish with compatible water requirements
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