Livestock compatible with Marsilea Hirsuta
Marsilea hirsuta
6 rated pairings from the Marsilea Hirsuta 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
Algae-eating fish that won't uproot or damage delicate carpet plants
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Shrimp graze on algae and detritus without harming plant structure; ideal for planted carpets
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant that creates a layered carpet effect with similar care requirements
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Excellent algae control without damaging plant runners; compatible with low-tech setups
Monte Carlo
Micranthemum tweediei
Similar foreground carpet plant that pairs well for creating dense, multi-layered substrate coverage
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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