Livestock compatible with Dwarf Chain Sword
Helanthium tenellum
5 rated pairings from the Dwarf Chain 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
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Non-destructive; helps control algae without uprooting plants
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae eater that won't disturb carpet plants
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish that adds visual contrast without harming plants
Staurogyne Repens
Staurogyne repens
Pairs well visually as a complementary foreground plant with similar care requirements
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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