Fancy Tiger Pinto Shrimp tank mates
Caridina logemanni
6 rated pairings from the Fancy Tiger Pinto Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Fancy Tiger Pinto Shrimp needs at least 5 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae eater that does not prey on shrimp
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Provides grazing surface, biofilm production, and shelter for shrimp and shrimplets
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that provides cover and biofilm growth without being consumed by shrimp
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that occupy mid-water column and do not compete for bottom space
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
5 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Very small, peaceful fish that pose no threat to adult or juvenile shrimp
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that coexist peacefully; may occasionally compete for food but generally compatible
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Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.