Moorish Idol tank mates
Zanclus cornutus
5 rated pairings from the Moorish Idol care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Moorish Idol needs at least 100 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Ocellaris Clownfish
Amphiprion ocellaris
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful reef fish with similar water requirements; both prefer calm reef environments
Pink Skunk Clownfish
Amphiprion perideraion
30 gal min · 4" adult · Semi-aggressive
Non-aggressive and compatible with peaceful reef inhabitants
Yellow Watchman Goby
Cryptocentrus cinctus
30 gal min · 3.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom-dweller that won't compete for food or space
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