Livestock compatible with Compacta Sword
Echinodorus 'Compacta'
5 rated pairings from the Compacta Sword care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae grazers that will not damage plant leaves and benefit from the shelter provided
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful schooling fish that thrive in planted tanks and add visual interest without harming plants
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial invertebrates that graze algae and detritus while leaving plant tissue untouched
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Complementary foreground plant with similar care requirements and water parameters
Java Fern
Microsorum pteropus
Hardy companion plant that thrives in the same conditions and provides additional shelter
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