Livestock compatible with Fontinalis Antipyretica
Fontinalis antipyretica
6 rated pairings from the Fontinalis Antipyretica 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, gentle algae eaters that won't damage moss; thrive in cool, well-oxygenated water with good flow
Ricefish
Oryzias woworae
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Cold-water compatible, peaceful schooling fish that benefit from moss cover without damaging the plant
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Excellent algae control; peaceful and won't damage moss; prefer similar cool, flowing water conditions
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
Complementary moss species with similar care requirements; creates layered, natural aquascaping
Anubias Barteri
Anubias barteri
Hardy plant with similar attachment-based growth; both thrive in cool water without CO2
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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