Harlequin Shrimp tank mates
Hymenocera picta
5 rated pairings from the Harlequin Shrimp care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Harlequin Shrimp needs at least 20 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Good matches
4 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful reef fish that occupy different feeding niches and won't compete for starfish
Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Compatible peaceful shrimp species with different dietary requirements
Peppermint Shrimp
Lysmata wurdemanni
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful shrimp that won't compete for starfish prey
Neon Goby
Elacatinus oceanops
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that occupy different ecological roles in the reef
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.