Endler's and Apistogrammas Stocking Question

[Harachel Fish]

Hi all,

Wondering if a single Apistogramma would do well in my tank. I have a 30 Gallon Tank. In the tank right now are 7 Endler's Livebearers and 9 neon tetras. We are looking to add at least 6 Kuhli Loaches to the tanks and probably will try and keep 3 of the fry.

I was just concerned about whether the Apisto would get along with the Endlers. Was thinking we would only get one so they don't breed and get aggressive. I have seen mixed things on the internet.

I should also say that I would like the Apisto to eat some of the guppy fry. We were hoping the neon's would but they do not even look at them and the tank is a bit out of control right now. We were thinking about getting Danios to control the population, but I would prefer an Apisto.

Thanks

 

[Colin_T]

Apistogrammas and neon tetras naturally occur in soft water with a GH below 100ppm and a pH below 7.0.

Endler's Livebearers and guppies come from water with a GH above 200ppm and a pH above 7.0.

As a general rule I don't recommend keeping these fishes together because they require different water chemistry.