Livestock compatible with Eleocharis Mini
Eleocharis sp. 'Mini'
6 rated pairings from the Eleocharis Mini 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
Small, peaceful algae grazers that won't uproot or damage delicate carpet plants
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Gentle invertebrates that graze algae without disturbing plant roots or structure
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant with similar care requirements and aesthetic appeal
Monte Carlo
Micranthemum tweediei
Compatible carpeting plant that creates layered foreground texture with similar light/CO2 needs
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp that efficiently controls algae without damaging established plant carpets
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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