Livestock compatible with Needle Hairgrass
Eleocharis acicularis
6 rated pairings from the Needle Hairgrass care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Grazes on algae without damaging delicate hairgrass leaves; helps maintain carpet cleanliness
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Small, gentle shrimp that forages in carpet without uprooting plants; adds bioload for plant nutrition
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant; similar care requirements and creates layered carpet texture
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp that efficiently removes algae without damaging fine hairgrass leaves
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.
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