Acan Lord tank mates
Acanthastrea lordhowensis
5 rated pairings from the Acan Lord care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Acan Lord needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Hardy reef fish that coexist peacefully with LPS corals and provide natural movement without aggression
Neon Goby
Elacatinus oceanops
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that feeds on parasites and poses no threat to corals
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial for reef health; will not harm corals and may remove parasites from fish
Turbo Snail
Turbo fluctuosus
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Algae grazer that helps maintain tank cleanliness without disturbing corals
Firefish Goby
Nemateleotris magnifica
20 gal min · 3" adult · Peaceful
Active swimmer that stays in lower water column and avoids coral contact
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