Green Phantom Pleco tank mates
Hemiancistrus subviridis
5 rated pairings from the Green Phantom Pleco care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Green Phantom Pleco needs at least 40 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful mid-water swimmers that won't compete for bottom space or trigger territorial behavior
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish that occupy upper water column and have similar warm water requirements
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar algae-eating habits and peaceful nature; may compete for food but generally compatible
Sterbai Corydoras
Corydoras sterbai
20 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Bottom-dwellers with similar temperature needs; may compete for food but generally coexist peacefully
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.