Montipora tank mates
Montipora sp.
5 rated pairings from the Montipora care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Montipora needs at least 40 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Reef-safe fish that do not nip or damage corals; compatible with SPS systems
Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
30 gal min · 2.5" adult · Peaceful
Beneficial reef inhabitants that maintain water quality without harming corals
Neon Goby
Elacatinus oceanops
20 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Small, reef-safe fish that contribute to tank health without threatening corals
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.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.