Bubble Coral tank mates
Plerogyra sinuosa
5 rated pairings from the Bubble Coral care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Bubble Coral needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Hardy reef fish that respect coral space; compatible with low-flow reef environments
Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial for tank health; unlikely to damage coral tissue and may remove parasites
Peppermint Shrimp
Lysmata wurdemanni
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful scavenger that helps maintain water quality without harassing corals
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.