African Glass Catfish tank mates
Pareutropius debauwi
6 rated pairings from the African Glass Catfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. African Glass Catfish needs at least 20 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful temperament; both prefer dimly lit tanks
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish with compatible water parameter requirements
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, gentle fish that won't outcompete for food or space
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that won't prey on glass catfish
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.