Black-Winged Hatchetfish tank mates
Carnegiella marthae
6 rated pairings from the Black-Winged Hatchetfish care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Black-Winged Hatchetfish needs at least 10 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar size and peaceful temperament, both prefer calm planted tanks
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish with compatible water parameter requirements
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Non-aggressive schooling fish that thrive in similar conditions
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom-dweller that occupies different water zone
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that does not compete for food or space
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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