Kingsley's Ctenopoma tank mates
Ctenopoma kingsleyae
4 rated pairings from the Kingsley's Ctenopoma care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Kingsley's Ctenopoma needs at least 20 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
1 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful schooling fish that occupy different water zones
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Similar size and temperament, both appreciate planted tanks
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that helps maintain tank cleanliness
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