Molly vs Butterfly splitfin: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • Their temperature ranges only just meet, at 26°C (79°F).
  • A pH of 7.5–8.0 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

MollyButterfly splitfin
Adult size10 cm (3.9 in)8 cm (3.1 in)
Minimum tank–75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature21–26°C (70–79°F)26–32°C (79–90°F)
pH7.5–8.26.0–8.0
Hardness11–30 dGH (196–535 ppm)9–19 dGH (161–339 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tank–Good
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore