Livestock compatible with Waterwort
Elatine triandra
6 rated pairings from the Waterwort care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae grazers that won't uproot delicate carpet plants and help maintain tank cleanliness
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Gentle invertebrates that graze algae without damaging fine-leaved plants; ideal for planted tanks
Monte Carlo
Micranthemum tweediei
Companion foreground plant with similar care requirements; creates layered carpet effect
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Excellent algae control in high-light setups; may occasionally nibble plant leaves if underfed
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that won't disturb substrate or uproot carpet plants
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Compatible foreground plant; both require high light and CO2, though Dwarf Hairgrass is more forgiving
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