Asian Stone Catfish tank mates
Hara jerdoni
6 rated pairings from the Asian Stone Catfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Asian Stone Catfish needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, peaceful nano fish that stays in upper to mid zones and shares soft, slightly acidic water preferences.
Nerite Snail
Neritina natalensis
5 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Completely non-competitive, assists with biofilm and algae control, and will not disturb the reclusive catfish.
Good matches
4 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Celestial Pearl Danio
Danio margaritatus
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Similar small size and cool-water preference; active in upper zones and will not compete directly with the bottom-dwelling catfish.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful, small-bodied fish that occupies mid-water and poses no competition or threat to Hara jerdoni.
Pygmy Corydoras
Corydoras pygmaeus
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom dweller of comparable size; both species share similar water parameter needs, though monitor food competition.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Useful algae cleaners that are large enough not to be eaten; both species coexist peacefully in well-planted setups.
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.