Livestock compatible with Cryptocoryne Flamingo
Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Flamingo'
6 rated pairings from the Cryptocoryne Flamingo care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae grazers that won't uproot or damage delicate plant leaves
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Small, non-destructive shrimp that help control algae and won't disturb the plant
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant with similar care requirements and growth rate
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy companion plant with similar low-light tolerance and slow growth
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful nano fish that occupy mid-water column and won't uproot plants
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
20 gal min · 3" adult · Peaceful
Gentle cichlid that may occasionally dig but generally compatible with established plants
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