Livestock compatible with Melon Sword
Echinodorus osiris
4 rated pairings from the Melon Sword care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Non-destructive, helps control algae on leaves, peaceful
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
10 gal min · 0.8" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful community fish that won't uproot or damage plants
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Algae eater that grazes on plant surfaces without causing damage
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.