Guntea Loach tank mates
Lepidocephalichthys guntea
5 rated pairings from the Guntea Loach care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Guntea Loach needs at least 20 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small peaceful fish that occupy different water zones
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar peaceful bottom-dwelling behavior and feeding habits
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small schooling fish that occupy upper water column
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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