Livestock compatible with Java Fern Mini
Microsorum pteropus 'Mini'
6 rated pairings from the Java Fern Mini 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
Peaceful algae grazers that will not damage delicate fronds
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Gentle invertebrates that benefit from plant cover and won't uproot or damage the fern
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful fish that appreciate plant cover and won't disturb the slow-growing fern
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Excellent companion plant with similar low-light, low-maintenance requirements
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Tiny, non-aggressive fish that thrive in planted nano tanks with minimal disturbance
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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